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This chess game between John W Martin (1962) and James Smith (1918) was played at M-2000.1 in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John W Martin vs James Smith?
John W Martin vs James Smith (1998) finished 1-0, a win for John W Martin.
What opening was played in John W Martin vs James Smith?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D76).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John W Martin vs James Smith, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.