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This chess game between James Abbott (1866) and Graeme Lawson (2050) was played at Oban,SCO in 1996 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Abbott vs Graeme Lawson?
James Abbott vs Graeme Lawson (1996) finished 0-1, a win for Graeme Lawson.
What opening was played in James Abbott vs Graeme Lawson?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Abbott vs Graeme Lawson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.