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This chess game between John Merriman (2275) and Stephen W Dauber (2078) was played at GBR-ch83 in 1996 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Rubinstein Variation (D61).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Merriman vs Stephen W Dauber?
John Merriman vs Stephen W Dauber (1996) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Merriman vs Stephen W Dauber?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense, Rubinstein Variation (ECO D61).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Merriman vs Stephen W Dauber, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.