Samuli Valkama vs Helge Ruotanen

2011 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26).

Helge Ruotanen19860

Samuli Valkama19301

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Game details

White: Samuli Valkama (1930)
Black: Helge Ruotanen (1986)
Result: 1–0
Year: 2011
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26)

About this chess game

This chess game between Samuli Valkama (1930) and Helge Ruotanen (1986) was played in 2011 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26). 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 Samuli Valkama vs Helge Ruotanen?

Samuli Valkama vs Helge Ruotanen (2011) finished 1–0, a win for Samuli Valkama.

What opening was played in Samuli Valkama vs Helge Ruotanen?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (ECO A26).

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