Ian Deswarte vs Paul C Girdlestone

4NCL/Div2d/GUI3 vs. BRJ, 2010 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74).

Paul C Girdlestone21351

Ian Deswarte19000

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Game details

White: Ian Deswarte (1900)
Black: Paul C Girdlestone (2135)
Result: 0–1
Event: 4NCL/Div2d/GUI3 vs. BRJ
Year: 2010
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ian Deswarte (1900) and Paul C Girdlestone (2135) was played at 4NCL/Div2d/GUI3 vs. BRJ in 2010 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C74). 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 Ian Deswarte vs Paul C Girdlestone?

Ian Deswarte vs Paul C Girdlestone (2010) finished 0–1, a win for Paul C Girdlestone.

What opening was played in Ian Deswarte vs Paul C Girdlestone?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (ECO C74).

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