Herman Van Soom vs Paul Hanssen
1987 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Game details
- White
- Herman Van Soom (2002)
- Black
- Paul Hanssen (1653)
- Result
- ½–½
- Year
- 1987
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40)
About this chess game
This chess game between Herman Van Soom (2002) and Paul Hanssen (1653) was played in 1987 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Herman Van Soom vs Paul Hanssen?
Herman Van Soom vs Paul Hanssen (1987) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Herman Van Soom vs Paul Hanssen?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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