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This chess game between Jan Van Mechelen (2249) and Jean-Claude Gilles (1998) was played at Pays de Charleroi Open in 2016 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Yates Variation (E16).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jan Van Mechelen vs Jean-Claude Gilles?
Jan Van Mechelen vs Jean-Claude Gilles (2016) finished 1-0, a win for Jan Van Mechelen.
What opening was played in Jan Van Mechelen vs Jean-Claude Gilles?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Yates Variation (ECO E16).
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 Mechelen vs Jean-Claude Gilles, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.