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This chess game between Xavier Merrheim (1836) and Donn Calkins (1905) was played at WS/H/710 in 2019 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Xavier Merrheim vs Donn Calkins?
Xavier Merrheim vs Donn Calkins (2019) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Xavier Merrheim vs Donn Calkins?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Xavier Merrheim vs Donn Calkins, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.