Jyrki Salonen vs Sami Hamalainen

TCh-FIN 2018-19, 2018 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (A22).

Sami Hamalainen2169½

Jyrki Salonen2173½

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Game details

White: Jyrki Salonen (2173)
Black: Sami Hamalainen (2169)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-FIN 2018-19
Year: 2018
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (A22)

About this chess game

This chess game between Jyrki Salonen (2173) and Sami Hamalainen (2169) was played at TCh-FIN 2018-19 in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (A22). 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 Jyrki Salonen vs Sami Hamalainen?

Jyrki Salonen vs Sami Hamalainen (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Jyrki Salonen vs Sami Hamalainen?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (ECO A22).

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