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This chess game between John Donaldson (2410) and Gregory Kotlyar (2275) was played at Lera Spring Open and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Donaldson vs Gregory Kotlyar?
John Donaldson vs Gregory Kotlyar finished 1-0, a win for John Donaldson.
What opening was played in John Donaldson vs Gregory Kotlyar?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (ECO E94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Donaldson vs Gregory Kotlyar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.