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This chess game between Carlos Johnny Vila Castro (2189) and Marcial Lopez (2182) was played at Santa Cruz Open in 2003 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Carlos Johnny Vila Castro vs Marcial Lopez?
Carlos Johnny Vila Castro vs Marcial Lopez (2003) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Carlos Johnny Vila Castro vs Marcial Lopez?
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 Carlos Johnny Vila Castro vs Marcial Lopez, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.