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This chess game between Ray Byrne (2054) and Adam Lief (2280) was played at Philadelphia Open in 1987 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (C95).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ray Byrne vs Adam Lief?
Ray Byrne vs Adam Lief (1987) finished 1-0, a win for Ray Byrne.
What opening was played in Ray Byrne vs Adam Lief?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Breyer (ECO C95).
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 Adam Lief, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.