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This chess game between Thierry Mercier (1600) and Tony Vanderven (1591) was played at Swiss-64.4 in 1999 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation (A62).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thierry Mercier vs Tony Vanderven?
Thierry Mercier vs Tony Vanderven (1999) finished 1-0, a win for Thierry Mercier.
What opening was played in Thierry Mercier vs Tony Vanderven?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation (ECO A62).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Thierry Mercier vs Tony Vanderven, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.