IM Herbert Bastian

GermanyGermany
Born 1952
Elo2413
FIDE Profile

Herbert Bastian is a German International Master born in 1952, rated 2413. He favors the Closed Sicilian and Grand Prix Attack systems, reflecting a solid yet aggressive approach to the Sicilian Defence.

Herbert Bastian

Associated Openings

As White

B23Sicilian Defense: Grand Prix Attack118 games
B24Closed Sicilian: 1.e4 c5 2.Nc3...... 3.g384 games
B25Closed Sicilian: 1.e4 c5 2.Nc3...... d673 games

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