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This chess game between John Castro (2221) and Ben Poelstra (2027) was played at Ch Paris (open) (a) in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Vienna Game: Stanley Variation, Three Knights Variation (C28).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Castro vs Ben Poelstra?
John Castro vs Ben Poelstra (2012) finished 1-0, a win for John Castro.
What opening was played in John Castro vs Ben Poelstra?
The game opened with the Vienna Game: Stanley Variation, Three Knights Variation (ECO C28).
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 Ben Poelstra, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.