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This chess game between Stanley Bass and Francois Van der Merwe was played at Trio 393.5 in 1997 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (D56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Stanley Bass vs Francois Van der Merwe?
Stanley Bass vs Francois Van der Merwe (1997) finished 1-0, a win for Stanley Bass.
What opening was played in Stanley Bass vs Francois Van der Merwe?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (ECO D56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Stanley Bass vs Francois Van der Merwe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.