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This chess game between Shane C. Willenberg (1816) and Alexander van der Merwe (1776) was played at South African Open 2022 in 2022 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (B92).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Shane C. Willenberg vs Alexander van der Merwe?
Shane C. Willenberg vs Alexander van der Merwe (2022) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Shane C. Willenberg vs Alexander van der Merwe?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation (ECO B92).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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