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This chess game between Xikombi Baloyi (1890) and Stephen Sparks (1174) was played at South African Open 2022 in 2022 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Xikombi Baloyi vs Stephen Sparks?
Xikombi Baloyi vs Stephen Sparks (2022) finished 1-0, a win for Xikombi Baloyi.
What opening was played in Xikombi Baloyi vs Stephen Sparks?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Xikombi Baloyi vs Stephen Sparks, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.