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This chess game between Joop Van Oosterom (2777) and Gerd Branding (2607) was played at World Ch final 21 in 2005 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Joop Van Oosterom vs Gerd Branding?
Joop Van Oosterom vs Gerd Branding (2005) finished 1-0, a win for Joop Van Oosterom.
What opening was played in Joop Van Oosterom vs Gerd Branding?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (ECO E49).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Joop Van Oosterom vs Gerd Branding, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.