Calvin John Klaasen vs Jan Karsten

SA Adult Closed 2026 | Open, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58).

Jan Karsten2385½

Calvin John Klaasen2190½

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Game details

White: Calvin John Klaasen (2190)
Black: Jan Karsten (2385)
Result: ½–½
Event: SA Adult Closed 2026 | Open
Year: 2026
Opening: Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58)

About this chess game

This chess game between Calvin John Klaasen (2190) and Jan Karsten (2385) was played at SA Adult Closed 2026 | Open in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (A58). 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 Calvin John Klaasen vs Jan Karsten?

Calvin John Klaasen vs Jan Karsten (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Calvin John Klaasen vs Jan Karsten?

The game opened with the Benko Gambit Accepted: Fully Accepted Variation (ECO A58).

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