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This chess game between Christopher Rowan and Abraham Van Der Merwe was played at RSA Team Ch U14 in 2002 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Christopher Rowan vs Abraham Van Der Merwe?
Christopher Rowan vs Abraham Van Der Merwe (2002) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Christopher Rowan vs Abraham Van Der Merwe?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Christopher Rowan vs Abraham Van Der Merwe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.