John Bartholomew vs Raven Sturt

St Louis Inv GM 2017, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Raven Sturt2449½

John Bartholomew2442½

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Game details

White: John Bartholomew (2442)
Black: Raven Sturt (2449)
Result: ½–½
Event: St Louis Inv GM 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between John Bartholomew (2442) and Raven Sturt (2449) was played at St Louis Inv GM 2017 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won John Bartholomew vs Raven Sturt?

John Bartholomew vs Raven Sturt (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in John Bartholomew vs Raven Sturt?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).

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