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This chess game between Michael Dougherty (2233) and Curtis Peterson (1936) was played at Canadian Open in 2005 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense (A56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Dougherty vs Curtis Peterson?
Michael Dougherty vs Curtis Peterson (2005) finished 1-0, a win for Michael Dougherty.
What opening was played in Michael Dougherty vs Curtis Peterson?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense (ECO A56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Dougherty vs Curtis Peterson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.