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This chess game between Machteld Van Foreest (2328) and Herman Grooten (2176) was played at Chessfestival Groningen 2025 | Open A in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Machteld Van Foreest vs Herman Grooten?
Machteld Van Foreest vs Herman Grooten (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Machteld Van Foreest.
What opening was played in Machteld Van Foreest vs Herman Grooten?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (ECO B91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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