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This chess game between Mark De Smedt (1920) and Joerg Ball (1961) was played at 47. Sparkassen Open in 2019 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mark De Smedt vs Joerg Ball?
Mark De Smedt vs Joerg Ball (2019) finished 0-1, a win for Joerg Ball.
What opening was played in Mark De Smedt vs Joerg Ball?
The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mark De Smedt vs Joerg Ball, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.