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This chess game between John Francis Balbona (1861) and Ardyin Hijastro (1903) was played in 2014 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Alekhine Defense (B02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Francis Balbona vs Ardyin Hijastro?
John Francis Balbona vs Ardyin Hijastro (2014) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Francis Balbona vs Ardyin Hijastro?
The game opened with the Alekhine Defense (ECO B02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Francis Balbona vs Ardyin Hijastro, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.