Max Warmerdam vs Valentin Buckels

Dutch League 2017-18, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Ruy Lopez: Closed (C88).

Valentin Buckels2347½

Max Warmerdam2356½

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Game details

White: Max Warmerdam (2356)
Black: Valentin Buckels (2347)
Result: ½–½
Event: Dutch League 2017-18
Year: 2017
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Closed (C88)

About this chess game

This chess game between Max Warmerdam (2356) and Valentin Buckels (2347) was played at Dutch League 2017-18 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed (C88). 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 Max Warmerdam vs Valentin Buckels?

Max Warmerdam vs Valentin Buckels (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Max Warmerdam vs Valentin Buckels?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed (ECO C88).

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