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This chess game between Michael Verstraete (1912) and Lauri Makela (2098) was played at European Chess Club Cup | Open Boards 163+ in 2024 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Verstraete vs Lauri Makela?
Michael Verstraete vs Lauri Makela (2024) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michael Verstraete vs Lauri Makela?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Verstraete vs Lauri Makela, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.