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This chess game between Chris Vassiliou (1909) and Joe Varley (2018) was played at 8. Crewe Congress 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Chris Vassiliou vs Joe Varley?
Chris Vassiliou vs Joe Varley (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Chris Vassiliou vs Joe Varley?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Chris Vassiliou vs Joe Varley, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.