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This chess game between Weldon MacDonald (1661) and Jan Van Laar (1808) was played at KO-5043.2.2 in 2005 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C14).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Weldon MacDonald vs Jan Van Laar?
Weldon MacDonald vs Jan Van Laar (2005) finished 1-0, a win for Weldon MacDonald.
What opening was played in Weldon MacDonald vs Jan Van Laar?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C14).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Weldon MacDonald vs Jan Van Laar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.