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This chess game between HA. Sidding El and Yann Jacob was played at Thessaloniki GRE in 1988 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Lundin Variation (D47).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won HA. Sidding El vs Yann Jacob?
HA. Sidding El vs Yann Jacob (1988) finished 1-0, a win for HA. Sidding El.
What opening was played in HA. Sidding El vs Yann Jacob?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Meran Variation, Lundin Variation (ECO D47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of HA. Sidding El vs Yann Jacob, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.