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This chess game between Ray Byrne (2054) and Tony Spillane was played at IRL Ch in 1972 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (D35).
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 Ray Byrne vs Tony Spillane?
Ray Byrne vs Tony Spillane (1972) finished 0-1, a win for Tony Spillane.
What opening was played in Ray Byrne vs Tony Spillane?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (ECO D35).
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 Tony Spillane, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.