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This chess game between Willem Van Melkebeke (1932) and Thomas Desmyter (1900) was played in 2011 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Willem Van Melkebeke vs Thomas Desmyter?
Willem Van Melkebeke vs Thomas Desmyter (2011) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Willem Van Melkebeke vs Thomas Desmyter?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (ECO C05).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Willem Van Melkebeke vs Thomas Desmyter, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.