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This chess game between Simphiwe Masango (1151) and Mpho D. Mashope (1668) was played at South African Open 2017 in 2017 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Simphiwe Masango vs Mpho D. Mashope?
Simphiwe Masango vs Mpho D. Mashope (2017) finished 1-0, a win for Simphiwe Masango.
What opening was played in Simphiwe Masango vs Mpho D. Mashope?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Simphiwe Masango vs Mpho D. Mashope, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.