John Donaldson vs Paul V. Smith
Cardoza US Open, 1998 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17).
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Game details
- White
- John Donaldson (2415)
- Black
- Paul V. Smith (2120)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Cardoza US Open
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17)
About this chess game
This chess game between John Donaldson (2415) and Paul V. Smith (2120) was played at Cardoza US Open in 1998 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17). 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 John Donaldson vs Paul V. Smith?
John Donaldson vs Paul V. Smith (1998) finished 1–0, a win for John Donaldson.
What opening was played in John Donaldson vs Paul V. Smith?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (ECO E17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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