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This chess game between Albert A. Ponelis (1947) and Gusti Van Zyl was played at Pretoria and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (B93).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Albert A. Ponelis vs Gusti Van Zyl?
Albert A. Ponelis vs Gusti Van Zyl finished 0-1, a win for Gusti Van Zyl.
What opening was played in Albert A. Ponelis vs Gusti Van Zyl?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (ECO B93).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Albert A. Ponelis vs Gusti Van Zyl, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.