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This chess game between Mark Lyell (2195) and Lajos Vellak (1989) was played in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mark Lyell vs Lajos Vellak?
Mark Lyell vs Lajos Vellak (2012) finished 1-0, a win for Mark Lyell.
What opening was played in Mark Lyell vs Lajos Vellak?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mark Lyell vs Lajos Vellak, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.