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This chess game between Hicham Argha (2258) and Walid Alwakil (2078) was played at Abu Dhabi Festival Open in 2009 and finished 0-1. The opening was the East Indian Defense (A48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Hicham Argha vs Walid Alwakil?
Hicham Argha vs Walid Alwakil (2009) finished 0-1, a win for Walid Alwakil.
What opening was played in Hicham Argha vs Walid Alwakil?
The game opened with the East Indian Defense (ECO A48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Hicham Argha vs Walid Alwakil, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.