John McLean vs John Merriman

Isle of Man Open, date unknown · Result 0–1 · French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).

John Merriman22651

John McLean21300

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Game details

White: John McLean (2130)
Black: John Merriman (2265)
Result: 0–1
Event: Isle of Man Open
Opening: French Defense: Advance Variation (C02)

About this chess game

This chess game between John McLean (2130) and John Merriman (2265) was played at Isle of Man Open and finished 0–1. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Who won John McLean vs John Merriman?

John McLean vs John Merriman finished 0–1, a win for John Merriman.

What opening was played in John McLean vs John Merriman?

The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).

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