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This chess game between Ethan Ball and J. Downing was played at Westland SE MI opB in 1985 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ethan Ball vs J. Downing?
Ethan Ball vs J. Downing (1985) finished 1-0, a win for Ethan Ball.
What opening was played in Ethan Ball vs J. Downing?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO C65).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ethan Ball vs J. Downing, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.