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This chess game between Heikki Salo (2189) and Pekka Paldanius (2157) was played at TCh-FIN 2025-26 in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Heikki Salo vs Pekka Paldanius?
Heikki Salo vs Pekka Paldanius (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Heikki Salo vs Pekka Paldanius?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO E21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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