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This chess game between John Castro (2221) and Jean-Louis Gidel (2101) was played at Ch Paris (open) (a) in 2012 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (B18).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Castro vs Jean-Louis Gidel?
John Castro vs Jean-Louis Gidel (2012) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Castro vs Jean-Louis Gidel?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B18).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Castro vs Jean-Louis Gidel, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.