Michael Whaley vs Mihail Goanga Balutescu

CCO20/S3, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76).

Mihail Goanga Balutescu2329½

Michael Whaley2328½

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Game details

White: Michael Whaley (2328)
Black: Mihail Goanga Balutescu (2329)
Result: ½–½
Event: CCO20/S3
Year: 2012
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76)

About this chess game

This chess game between Michael Whaley (2328) and Mihail Goanga Balutescu (2329) was played at CCO20/S3 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76). 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 Michael Whaley vs Mihail Goanga Balutescu?

Michael Whaley vs Mihail Goanga Balutescu (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Michael Whaley vs Mihail Goanga Balutescu?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D76).

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