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This chess game between R Neely and John Smalec (1499) was played at Lansing ch-MI amateur in 1993 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won R Neely vs John Smalec?
R Neely vs John Smalec (1993) finished 0-1, a win for John Smalec.
What opening was played in R Neely vs John Smalec?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of R Neely vs John Smalec, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.