Joop Houtman vs Jan Balje
Atlantis Promotiegroep, 2008 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Game details
- White
- Joop Houtman (2236)
- Black
- Jan Balje (2195)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Atlantis Promotiegroep
- Year
- 2008
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)
About this chess game
This chess game between Joop Houtman (2236) and Jan Balje (2195) was played at Atlantis Promotiegroep in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Joop Houtman vs Jan Balje?
Joop Houtman vs Jan Balje (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Joop Houtman vs Jan Balje?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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