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This chess game between Aleksei Holmsten (2305) and Antti Pyhala (2330) was played at FIN Ch in 1996 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed (C92).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksei Holmsten vs Antti Pyhala?
Aleksei Holmsten vs Antti Pyhala (1996) finished 1-0, a win for Aleksei Holmsten.
What opening was played in Aleksei Holmsten vs Antti Pyhala?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed (ECO C92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksei Holmsten vs Antti Pyhala, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.