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This chess game between James Aitken and Gerrit Van Doesburgh was played at Hastings Premier Reserves Major 1947/48 in 1948 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (C63).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Aitken vs Gerrit Van Doesburgh?
James Aitken vs Gerrit Van Doesburgh (1948) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in James Aitken vs Gerrit Van Doesburgh?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (ECO C63).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Aitken vs Gerrit Van Doesburgh, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.