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This chess game between Heinrich Christian Balke (1799) and Mike Ahlich (1838) was played in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C14).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Heinrich Christian Balke vs Mike Ahlich?
Heinrich Christian Balke vs Mike Ahlich (2012) finished 1-0, a win for Heinrich Christian Balke.
What opening was played in Heinrich Christian Balke vs Mike Ahlich?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C14).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Heinrich Christian Balke vs Mike Ahlich, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.