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This chess game between Jan Van Laar (1738) and John Downes (1804) was played at TH-M-3573.2 in 2020 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Scandinavian Defense (B01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jan Van Laar vs John Downes?
Jan Van Laar vs John Downes (2020) finished 0-1, a win for John Downes.
What opening was played in Jan Van Laar vs John Downes?
The game opened with the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Jan Van Laar vs John Downes, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.