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This chess game between Emanuel Ballo (2200) and Hans-Joachim Holfelder (2215) was played in 2007 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (A70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Emanuel Ballo vs Hans-Joachim Holfelder?
Emanuel Ballo vs Hans-Joachim Holfelder (2007) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Emanuel Ballo vs Hans-Joachim Holfelder?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation (ECO A70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Emanuel Ballo vs Hans-Joachim Holfelder, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.