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This chess game between Rafael Mendoza (2207) and Jose Ariel Pineda Arevalo (1983) was played at Subzonal 2.3.2 2025 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rafael Mendoza vs Jose Ariel Pineda Arevalo?
Rafael Mendoza vs Jose Ariel Pineda Arevalo (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Rafael Mendoza.
What opening was played in Rafael Mendoza vs Jose Ariel Pineda Arevalo?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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