Helmut Cardon vs Thomas Milligan

Schilde Open U20, 1980 · Result 0–1 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Modern Variation, Knight Defense (D51).

Thomas Milligan22351

Helmut Cardon22650

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Game details

White: Helmut Cardon (2265)
Black: Thomas Milligan (2235)
Result: 0–1
Event: Schilde Open U20
Year: 1980
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Modern Variation, Knight Defense (D51)

About this chess game

This chess game between Helmut Cardon (2265) and Thomas Milligan (2235) was played at Schilde Open U20 in 1980 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Modern Variation, Knight Defense (D51). 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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Who won Helmut Cardon vs Thomas Milligan?

Helmut Cardon vs Thomas Milligan (1980) finished 0–1, a win for Thomas Milligan.

What opening was played in Helmut Cardon vs Thomas Milligan?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Modern Variation, Knight Defense (ECO D51).

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