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This chess game between Ian Thomas (2345) and Khaled Mahdy (2350) was played at Austria in 1989 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (A43).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ian Thomas vs Khaled Mahdy?
Ian Thomas vs Khaled Mahdy (1989) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ian Thomas vs Khaled Mahdy?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Old Benoni (ECO A43).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ian Thomas vs Khaled Mahdy, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.