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This chess game between Eric-Andre Birens (2096) and Laurent Goncalves (2098) was played at FRA-chT2 in 2002 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Eric-Andre Birens vs Laurent Goncalves?
Eric-Andre Birens vs Laurent Goncalves (2002) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Eric-Andre Birens vs Laurent Goncalves?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO D85).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Eric-Andre Birens vs Laurent Goncalves, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.