This chess game between Pal Benko and Eliot Hearst was played at New York ch-USA in 1961 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation (B28).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Pal Benko vs Eliot Hearst?
Pal Benko vs Eliot Hearst (1961) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pal Benko vs Eliot Hearst?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation (ECO B28).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Pal Benko vs Eliot Hearst, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.