Michael Casella vs R Swaminathan

US Chess League 2012, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (D89).

R Swaminathan2086½

Michael Casella2213½

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Game details

White: Michael Casella (2213)
Black: R Swaminathan (2086)
Result: ½–½
Event: US Chess League 2012
Year: 2012
Opening: Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (D89)

About this chess game

This chess game between Michael Casella (2213) and R Swaminathan (2086) was played at US Chess League 2012 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (D89). 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 Michael Casella vs R Swaminathan?

Michael Casella vs R Swaminathan (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Michael Casella vs R Swaminathan?

The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Sokolsky Variation (ECO D89).

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