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This chess game between Dan Joelson (2126) and John Donaldson (2435) was played at Governor's Cup in 2001 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (B34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Dan Joelson vs John Donaldson?
Dan Joelson vs John Donaldson (2001) finished 0-1, a win for John Donaldson.
What opening was played in Dan Joelson vs John Donaldson?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (ECO B34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Dan Joelson vs John Donaldson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.