Loek Van Wely vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou

75. Tata Steel GpA, 2013 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, Main Line (B77).

Yifan(HLJ) Hou1646½

Loek Van Wely2679½

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Game details

White: Loek Van Wely (2679)
Black: Yifan(HLJ) Hou (1646)
Result: ½–½
Event: 75. Tata Steel GpA
Year: 2013
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, Main Line (B77)

About this chess game

This chess game between Loek Van Wely (2679) and Yifan(HLJ) Hou (1646) was played at 75. Tata Steel GpA in 2013 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, Main Line (B77). 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 Loek Van Wely vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?

Loek Van Wely vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou (2013) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Loek Van Wely vs Yifan(HLJ) Hou?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, Main Line (ECO B77).

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