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This chess game between Ifan Rathbone-Jones (2181) and John Merriman (2234) was played at 4NCL Division 2 2025-2026 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game (A40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ifan Rathbone-Jones vs John Merriman?
Ifan Rathbone-Jones vs John Merriman (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Ifan Rathbone-Jones.
What opening was played in Ifan Rathbone-Jones vs John Merriman?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game (ECO A40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ifan Rathbone-Jones vs John Merriman, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.