M John Cawston vs Thomas Villiers

GBR-ch105 Major Open, 2018 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04).

Thomas Villiers2173½

M John Cawston1871½

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Game details

White: M John Cawston (1871)
Black: Thomas Villiers (2173)
Result: ½–½
Event: GBR-ch105 Major Open
Year: 2018
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04)

About this chess game

This chess game between M John Cawston (1871) and Thomas Villiers (2173) was played at GBR-ch105 Major Open in 2018 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (E04). 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 M John Cawston vs Thomas Villiers?

M John Cawston vs Thomas Villiers (2018) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in M John Cawston vs Thomas Villiers?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense (ECO E04).

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