Jan Balje vs Philippe Charmeaux

Donner Memorial, 1996 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21).

Philippe Charmeaux2080½

Jan Balje2190½

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Game details

White: Jan Balje (2190)
Black: Philippe Charmeaux (2080)
Result: ½–½
Event: Donner Memorial
Year: 1996
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21)

About this chess game

This chess game between Jan Balje (2190) and Philippe Charmeaux (2080) was played at Donner Memorial in 1996 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21). 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 Jan Balje vs Philippe Charmeaux?

Jan Balje vs Philippe Charmeaux (1996) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Jan Balje vs Philippe Charmeaux?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (ECO A21).

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