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This chess game between Niklas van der Valk (2091) and Markus Koentges was played at Sparkassen Open in 2010 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Niklas van der Valk vs Markus Koentges?
Niklas van der Valk vs Markus Koentges (2010) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Niklas van der Valk vs Markus Koentges?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Niklas van der Valk vs Markus Koentges, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.