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This chess game between Zain Patel and Tom Balmond (1933) was played at VI Mindsports International Festival 2026 - Super Swiss in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Slav Defense (D10).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zain Patel vs Tom Balmond?
Zain Patel vs Tom Balmond (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Zain Patel.
What opening was played in Zain Patel vs Tom Balmond?
The game opened with the Slav Defense (ECO D10).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Zain Patel vs Tom Balmond, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.