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This chess game between Lars Balzer (2026) and Anuj Venkatesh (1825) was played at Hastings International Chess Congress 2025: Masters in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lars Balzer vs Anuj Venkatesh?
Lars Balzer vs Anuj Venkatesh (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Lars Balzer vs Anuj Venkatesh?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lars Balzer vs Anuj Venkatesh, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.