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This chess game between Alex Van Osmael (2495) and Vasily Borisovich Malinin (2410) was played at World Cup IX Final in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alex Van Osmael vs Vasily Borisovich Malinin?
Alex Van Osmael vs Vasily Borisovich Malinin (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Alex Van Osmael.
What opening was played in Alex Van Osmael vs Vasily Borisovich Malinin?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alex Van Osmael vs Vasily Borisovich Malinin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.