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This chess game between Juan Gustavo Mercader Martínez (2400) and John Ballow (2416) was played at WLS/Inv/7 (WLS) in 2018 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Juan Gustavo Mercader Martínez vs John Ballow?
Juan Gustavo Mercader Martínez vs John Ballow (2018) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Juan Gustavo Mercader Martínez vs John Ballow?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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