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This chess game between Ray Byrne (2054) and H. Donner (2465) was played at IBM in 1979 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Austrian Attack (B09).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ray Byrne vs H. Donner?
Ray Byrne vs H. Donner (1979) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ray Byrne vs H. Donner?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Austrian Attack (ECO B09).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ray Byrne vs H. Donner, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.