Pal Benko vs William Lyons
US Open, 1966 · Result 1–0 · Scandinavian Defense (B01).
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Game details
- White
- Pal Benko
- Black
- William Lyons
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- US Open
- Year
- 1966
- Opening
- Scandinavian Defense (B01)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pal Benko and William Lyons was played at US Open in 1966 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Scandinavian Defense (B01). 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 Lyons?
Pal Benko vs William Lyons (1966) finished 1–0, a win for Pal Benko.
What opening was played in Pal Benko vs William Lyons?
The game opened with the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Pal Benko vs William Lyons, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.