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This chess game between Zijun Zhou (1701) and Maria Butuc (2134) was played at WYg12 in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zijun Zhou vs Maria Butuc?
Zijun Zhou vs Maria Butuc (2004) finished 1-0, a win for Zijun Zhou.
What opening was played in Zijun Zhou vs Maria Butuc?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Zijun Zhou vs Maria Butuc, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.