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This chess game between Max Ballou and Keith Councell was played at Michigan Reserve Open in 1999 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (B13).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Max Ballou vs Keith Councell?
Max Ballou vs Keith Councell (1999) finished 1-0, a win for Max Ballou.
What opening was played in Max Ballou vs Keith Councell?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO B13).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Max Ballou vs Keith Councell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.