Joost Callens vs Francois Mertens
Ghent Open, 1991 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53).
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Game details
- White
- Joost Callens (1725)
- Black
- Francois Mertens (1439)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Ghent Open
- Year
- 1991
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53)
About this chess game
This chess game between Joost Callens (1725) and Francois Mertens (1439) was played at Ghent Open in 1991 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (B53). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Joost Callens vs Francois Mertens?
Joost Callens vs Francois Mertens (1991) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Joost Callens vs Francois Mertens?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation (ECO B53).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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