Leo Spaans vs Jan Balje
Groninger Combinatie Open, 2016 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Game details
- White
- Leo Spaans (1749)
- Black
- Jan Balje (2207)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Groninger Combinatie Open
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)
About this chess game
This chess game between Leo Spaans (1749) and Jan Balje (2207) was played at Groninger Combinatie Open in 2016 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Leo Spaans vs Jan Balje?
Leo Spaans vs Jan Balje (2016) finished 0–1, a win for Jan Balje.
What opening was played in Leo Spaans vs Jan Balje?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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