Loek Van Wely vs Christian, Dr. Seel

2. Bundesliga West 2016-17, 2017 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34).

Christian, Dr. Seel2471½

Loek Van Wely2676½

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Game details

White: Loek Van Wely (2676)
Black: Christian, Dr. Seel (2471)
Result: ½–½
Event: 2. Bundesliga West 2016-17
Year: 2017
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34)

About this chess game

This chess game between Loek Van Wely (2676) and Christian, Dr. Seel (2471) was played at 2. Bundesliga West 2016-17 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34). 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 Christian, Dr. Seel?

Loek Van Wely vs Christian, Dr. Seel (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Loek Van Wely vs Christian, Dr. Seel?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (ECO A34).

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