Heiko Mertens vs Stefan Balster
2014 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Matanovic Attack (B82).
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Game details
- White
- Heiko Mertens (2327)
- Black
- Stefan Balster (2300)
- Result
- ½–½
- Year
- 2014
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Matanovic Attack (B82)
About this chess game
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). 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 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?
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