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This chess game between Leonel Pires (1559) and Joao Luis Portal (1644) was played at POR Ch Univ in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Leonel Pires vs Joao Luis Portal?
Leonel Pires vs Joao Luis Portal (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Leonel Pires.
What opening was played in Leonel Pires vs Joao Luis Portal?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leonel Pires vs Joao Luis Portal, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.