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This chess game between Xavier Sottrel (1961) and Damian McCarthy (1898) was played at 4NCL Division Four in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (B34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Xavier Sottrel vs Damian McCarthy?
Xavier Sottrel vs Damian McCarthy (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Xavier Sottrel vs Damian McCarthy?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (ECO B34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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