Pal Benko vs Lubomir Kavalek

Alexandria Mentor snr, 1996 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28).

Lubomir Kavalek2535½

Pal Benko2425½

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Game details

White: Pal Benko (2425)
Black: Lubomir Kavalek (2535)
Result: ½–½
Event: Alexandria Mentor snr
Year: 1996
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28)

About this chess game

This chess game between Pal Benko (2425) and Lubomir Kavalek (2535) was played at Alexandria Mentor snr in 1996 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (A28). 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 Pal Benko vs Lubomir Kavalek?

Pal Benko vs Lubomir Kavalek (1996) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Pal Benko vs Lubomir Kavalek?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation (ECO A28).

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