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This chess game between Jan Zahalka (1938) and Essam Hamad (1628) was played in 2017 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jan Zahalka vs Essam Hamad?
Jan Zahalka vs Essam Hamad (2017) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jan Zahalka vs Essam Hamad?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jan Zahalka vs Essam Hamad, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.