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This chess game between Craig Sadler (1518) and John Ballow (2416) was played at WLS/Inv/7 (WLS) in 2018 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (C07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Craig Sadler vs John Ballow?
Craig Sadler vs John Ballow (2018) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Craig Sadler vs John Ballow?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System (ECO C07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Craig Sadler vs John Ballow, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.