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This chess game between Volker Holtmeier (1798) and Fayez El Halabi (1561) was played at LEM Sachsen-Anhalt 2026 | Open in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Volker Holtmeier vs Fayez El Halabi?
Volker Holtmeier vs Fayez El Halabi (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Volker Holtmeier.
What opening was played in Volker Holtmeier vs Fayez El Halabi?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Volker Holtmeier vs Fayez El Halabi, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.