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This chess game between Ahmed S Al Khatib (2320) and Frode Elsness (2350) was played at Yerevan ARM in 1996 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation (D96).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ahmed S Al Khatib vs Frode Elsness?
Ahmed S Al Khatib vs Frode Elsness (1996) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ahmed S Al Khatib vs Frode Elsness?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation (ECO D96).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ahmed S Al Khatib vs Frode Elsness, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.