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This chess game between Michal Vanicek (1870) and Jir1 Novak (1876) was played at TCh-CZE 1 Liga Vychod in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (C99).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michal Vanicek vs Jir1 Novak?
Michal Vanicek vs Jir1 Novak (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michal Vanicek vs Jir1 Novak?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (ECO C99).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michal Vanicek vs Jir1 Novak, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.