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This chess game between Michael Bertel (1868) and Jean-Luc Balmelle (2128) was played at Swiss-576.4.01 in 2017 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Bertel vs Jean-Luc Balmelle?
Michael Bertel vs Jean-Luc Balmelle (2017) finished 1-0, a win for Michael Bertel.
What opening was played in Michael Bertel vs Jean-Luc Balmelle?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Bertel vs Jean-Luc Balmelle, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.