Alija Zekovic vs Michael Ruell
Heusenstamm Schloss Open, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Game details
- White
- Alija Zekovic (2008)
- Black
- Michael Ruell (1785)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Heusenstamm Schloss Open
- Year
- 2025
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alija Zekovic (2008) and Michael Ruell (1785) was played at Heusenstamm Schloss Open in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30). 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 Alija Zekovic vs Michael Ruell?
Alija Zekovic vs Michael Ruell (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Alija Zekovic vs Michael Ruell?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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