Nelson Balbutin vs Chris Kurcaj

Edmonton Spring Sectional, 2006 · Result 1–0 · Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (D93).

Chris Kurcaj0

Nelson Balbutin21801

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Game details

White: Nelson Balbutin (2180)
Black: Chris Kurcaj
Result: 1–0
Event: Edmonton Spring Sectional
Year: 2006
Opening: Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (D93)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nelson Balbutin (2180) and Chris Kurcaj was played at Edmonton Spring Sectional in 2006 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (D93). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Nelson Balbutin vs Chris Kurcaj?

Nelson Balbutin vs Chris Kurcaj (2006) finished 1–0, a win for Nelson Balbutin.

What opening was played in Nelson Balbutin vs Chris Kurcaj?

The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Hungarian Variation (ECO D93).

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