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This chess game between Paul Van Helvoort (1555) and Lothar Stergar (1850) was played in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Paul Van Helvoort vs Lothar Stergar?
Paul Van Helvoort vs Lothar Stergar (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Paul Van Helvoort vs Lothar Stergar?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Paul Van Helvoort vs Lothar Stergar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.