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This chess game between Francois Merlet (1476) and Etienne Vidal (1438) was played at 9. Open in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Dutch Defense (A80).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Francois Merlet vs Etienne Vidal?
Francois Merlet vs Etienne Vidal (2004) finished 1-0, a win for Francois Merlet.
What opening was played in Francois Merlet vs Etienne Vidal?
The game opened with the Dutch Defense (ECO A80).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Francois Merlet vs Etienne Vidal, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.