Vratko Polák vs John Ballow
CL/2012/B1, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (E39).
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Game details
- White
- Vratko Polák (2411)
- Black
- John Ballow (2389)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- CL/2012/B1
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (E39)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vratko Polák (2411) and John Ballow (2389) was played at CL/2012/B1 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (E39). 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 Vratko Polák vs John Ballow?
Vratko Polák vs John Ballow (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Vratko Polák vs John Ballow?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Berlin Variation, Pirc Variation (ECO E39).
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