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This chess game between Shilan Liu (2093) and Bob Merx (1968) was played at World Senior Team Chess Championship | Open 50+ in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (C90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Shilan Liu vs Bob Merx?
Shilan Liu vs Bob Merx (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Shilan Liu vs Bob Merx?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Pilnik Variation (ECO C90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Shilan Liu vs Bob Merx, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.