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This chess game between Julian Brands (1851) and Michael Ponto (1806) was played in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (B24).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Julian Brands vs Michael Ponto?
Julian Brands vs Michael Ponto (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Julian Brands vs Michael Ponto?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B24).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Julian Brands vs Michael Ponto, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.