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This chess game between John T.H. Van der Wiel (2555) and Francois Mertens (1439) was played at Arcen in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (B83).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John T.H. Van der Wiel vs Francois Mertens?
John T.H. Van der Wiel vs Francois Mertens (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John T.H. Van der Wiel vs Francois Mertens?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B83).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John T.H. Van der Wiel vs Francois Mertens, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.