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This chess game between Mike McDonald (1892) and Donaldo Paiva was played at 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad Samarkand 2026 | Open | Matches 63-87 in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (B11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mike McDonald vs Donaldo Paiva?
Mike McDonald vs Donaldo Paiva (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mike McDonald vs Donaldo Paiva?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Two Knights Attack, Mindeno Variation (ECO B11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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