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This chess game between Xeniya Balabayeva (2371) and Thomas Heyl (1930) was played at Reykjavik Open 2026 in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (D02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Xeniya Balabayeva vs Thomas Heyl?
Xeniya Balabayeva vs Thomas Heyl (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Xeniya Balabayeva.
What opening was played in Xeniya Balabayeva vs Thomas Heyl?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game: Zukertort Variation (ECO D02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Xeniya Balabayeva vs Thomas Heyl, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.