Stefan Balster vs Neil McDonald

Budapest FS07 IM-C, 2002 · Result 1–0 · English Opening (A10).

Neil McDonald23960

Stefan Balster23491

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Game details

White: Stefan Balster (2349)
Black: Neil McDonald (2396)
Result: 1–0
Event: Budapest FS07 IM-C
Year: 2002
Opening: English Opening (A10)

About this chess game

This chess game between Stefan Balster (2349) and Neil McDonald (2396) was played at Budapest FS07 IM-C in 2002 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening (A10). 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 Stefan Balster vs Neil McDonald?

Stefan Balster vs Neil McDonald (2002) finished 1–0, a win for Stefan Balster.

What opening was played in Stefan Balster vs Neil McDonald?

The game opened with the English Opening (ECO A10).

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