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This chess game between William Ballantyne (1046) and John S Purdy (2165) was played at AUS Ch in 1977 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Bishop's Opening (C23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won William Ballantyne vs John S Purdy?
William Ballantyne vs John S Purdy (1977) finished 0-1, a win for John S Purdy.
What opening was played in William Ballantyne vs John S Purdy?
The game opened with the Bishop's Opening (ECO C23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of William Ballantyne vs John S Purdy, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.