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This chess game between Charles Merrow and Alexandru Ilinca (2131) was played at ROM-USA 2008 in 2008 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (D76).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Charles Merrow vs Alexandru Ilinca?
Charles Merrow vs Alexandru Ilinca (2008) finished 1-0, a win for Charles Merrow.
What opening was played in Charles Merrow vs Alexandru Ilinca?
The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Delayed Exchange Variation (ECO D76).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Charles Merrow vs Alexandru Ilinca, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.