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This chess game between Martin Cowley and Jacob Watson (1504) was played at Europe in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C19).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Martin Cowley vs Jacob Watson?
Martin Cowley vs Jacob Watson (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Martin Cowley vs Jacob Watson?
The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C19).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Martin Cowley vs Jacob Watson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.