R. Distefano vs John Smalec
Lansing ch-MI amateur, 1993 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Game details
- White
- R. Distefano
- Black
- John Smalec (1499)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Lansing ch-MI amateur
- Year
- 1993
- Opening
- French Defense: Advance Variation (C02)
About this chess game
This chess game between R. Distefano and John Smalec (1499) was played at Lansing ch-MI amateur in 1993 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02). 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 R. Distefano vs John Smalec?
R. Distefano vs John Smalec (1993) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in R. Distefano vs John Smalec?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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