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This chess game between Julian Ma (1919) and Luc Hoffman (2130) was played at 2025 Marshall Premier FIDE | December in 2025 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Julian Ma vs Luc Hoffman?
Julian Ma vs Luc Hoffman (2025) finished 0-1, a win for Luc Hoffman.
What opening was played in Julian Ma vs Luc Hoffman?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (ECO B29).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Julian Ma vs Luc Hoffman, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.