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This chess game between Chris Doran (1965) and James P Rothwell (1764) was played at Bolton Easter 2019 in 2019 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Chris Doran vs James P Rothwell?
Chris Doran vs James P Rothwell (2019) finished 1-0, a win for Chris Doran.
What opening was played in Chris Doran vs James P Rothwell?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Chris Doran vs James P Rothwell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.