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This chess game between Jan Wellner and Theo Van Scheltinga was played at NED Ch prelim II in 1946 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jan Wellner vs Theo Van Scheltinga?
Jan Wellner vs Theo Van Scheltinga (1946) finished 0-1, a win for Theo Van Scheltinga.
What opening was played in Jan Wellner vs Theo Van Scheltinga?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C96).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jan Wellner vs Theo Van Scheltinga, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.