Pal Benko vs William J Lombardy
New York Open, 1985 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Long Variation (E68).
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Game details
- White
- Pal Benko (2445)
- Black
- William J Lombardy (2500)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- New York Open
- Year
- 1985
- Opening
- King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Long Variation (E68)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pal Benko (2445) and William J Lombardy (2500) was played at New York Open in 1985 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Long Variation (E68). 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 Pal Benko vs William J Lombardy?
Pal Benko vs William J Lombardy (1985) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pal Benko vs William J Lombardy?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Long Variation (ECO E68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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