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This chess game between Richard A Bates (2430) and Elias Ford was played at Birmingham tt in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Dutch Defense (A80).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Richard A Bates vs Elias Ford?
Richard A Bates vs Elias Ford (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Richard A Bates.
What opening was played in Richard A Bates vs Elias Ford?
The game opened with the Dutch Defense (ECO A80).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Richard A Bates vs Elias Ford, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.