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This chess game between Phatshwana Johnson (1631) and Joe Varley (1871) was played at 4NCL Easter Congress 2022 in 2022 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Seville Variation (D87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Phatshwana Johnson vs Joe Varley?
Phatshwana Johnson vs Joe Varley (2022) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Phatshwana Johnson vs Joe Varley?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Seville Variation (ECO D87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Phatshwana Johnson vs Joe Varley, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.