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This chess game between Halldor Palsson (2053) and Tomas Ponzi (1550) was played at Reykjavik Edda rapid in 2003 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Halldor Palsson vs Tomas Ponzi?
Halldor Palsson vs Tomas Ponzi (2003) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Halldor Palsson vs Tomas Ponzi?
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 Halldor Palsson vs Tomas Ponzi, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.