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This chess game between Francois Van Niekerk and Bedia Karanlik (1600) was played at U16 Olympiad in 2008 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Francois Van Niekerk vs Bedia Karanlik?
Francois Van Niekerk vs Bedia Karanlik (2008) finished 1-0, a win for Francois Van Niekerk.
What opening was played in Francois Van Niekerk vs Bedia Karanlik?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Francois Van Niekerk vs Bedia Karanlik, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.