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This chess game between Diogo Gomes and Francois Van der Merwe (1422) was played at SEMI in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Diogo Gomes vs Francois Van der Merwe?
Diogo Gomes vs Francois Van der Merwe (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Diogo Gomes.
What opening was played in Diogo Gomes vs Francois Van der Merwe?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Diogo Gomes vs Francois Van der Merwe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.