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This chess game between Valerio Sara (2072) and John H Hodgson (2189) was played at London Classic FIDE Open in 2009 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation (D97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valerio Sara vs John H Hodgson?
Valerio Sara vs John H Hodgson (2009) finished 0-1, a win for John H Hodgson.
What opening was played in Valerio Sara vs John H Hodgson?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Russian Variation (ECO D97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valerio Sara vs John H Hodgson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.