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This chess game between Geert Roelof Van der Ploeg (2322) and Valentin Baklanov (2395) was played at 3. LSS WCH Q-00002 in 2013 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Geert Roelof Van der Ploeg vs Valentin Baklanov?
Geert Roelof Van der Ploeg vs Valentin Baklanov (2013) finished 1-0, a win for Geert Roelof Van der Ploeg.
What opening was played in Geert Roelof Van der Ploeg vs Valentin Baklanov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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