Craig Curtin vs Thomas Ernst
Groningen, 1980 · Result ½–½ · Benko Gambit (A57).
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Game details
- White
- Craig Curtin (2200)
- Black
- Thomas Ernst (2295)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Groningen
- Year
- 1980
- Opening
- Benko Gambit (A57)
About this chess game
This chess game between Craig Curtin (2200) and Thomas Ernst (2295) was played at Groningen in 1980 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57). 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 Craig Curtin vs Thomas Ernst?
Craig Curtin vs Thomas Ernst (1980) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Craig Curtin vs Thomas Ernst?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Craig Curtin vs Thomas Ernst, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.