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This chess game between Heiko Mertens (2327) and Stefan Balster (2300) was played in 2014 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Matanovic Attack (B82).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Heiko Mertens vs Stefan Balster?
Heiko Mertens vs Stefan Balster (2014) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Heiko Mertens vs Stefan Balster?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Matanovic Attack (ECO B82).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Heiko Mertens vs Stefan Balster, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.