This chess game between Eric Benatar (2247) and Jean-Luc Jelen (2022) was played at Corr IECC in 1998 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Eric Benatar vs Jean-Luc Jelen?
Eric Benatar vs Jean-Luc Jelen (1998) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Eric Benatar vs Jean-Luc Jelen?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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