Pal Benko vs Gerard McDonnell
New York Open, 1991 · Result 1–0 · Indian Defense: West Indian Defense (E60).
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Game details
- White
- Pal Benko (2405)
- Black
- Gerard McDonnell (2290)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- New York Open
- Year
- 1991
- Opening
- Indian Defense: West Indian Defense (E60)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pal Benko (2405) and Gerard McDonnell (2290) was played at New York Open in 1991 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Indian Defense: West Indian Defense (E60). 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 Gerard McDonnell?
Pal Benko vs Gerard McDonnell (1991) finished 1–0, a win for Pal Benko.
What opening was played in Pal Benko vs Gerard McDonnell?
The game opened with the Indian Defense: West Indian Defense (ECO E60).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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