Ivan Zaja vs Steiner Smedebol
14. Donau Open, 2005 · Result 1–0 · Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (A67).
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Game details
- White
- Ivan Zaja (2466)
- Black
- Steiner Smedebol (1642)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 14. Donau Open
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (A67)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ivan Zaja (2466) and Steiner Smedebol (1642) was played at 14. Donau Open in 2005 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (A67). 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 Ivan Zaja vs Steiner Smedebol?
Ivan Zaja vs Steiner Smedebol (2005) finished 1–0, a win for Ivan Zaja.
What opening was played in Ivan Zaja vs Steiner Smedebol?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO A67).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ivan Zaja vs Steiner Smedebol, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.