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This chess game between Valentin Minchev (2127) and John Elburg (2275) was played at BUL-NED 2012 in 2012 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (C68).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valentin Minchev vs John Elburg?
Valentin Minchev vs John Elburg (2012) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valentin Minchev vs John Elburg?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (ECO C68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valentin Minchev vs John Elburg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.