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This chess game between Jivko Balev (1856) and Jim Athens (1666) was played at Corr in 1999 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening (E00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jivko Balev vs Jim Athens?
Jivko Balev vs Jim Athens (1999) finished 1-0, a win for Jivko Balev.
What opening was played in Jivko Balev vs Jim Athens?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening (ECO E00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jivko Balev vs Jim Athens, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.