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This chess game between Steven Gaffagan (1996) and John Canessa (1958) was played at Bay Area Int Open 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 Steven Gaffagan vs John Canessa?
Steven Gaffagan vs John Canessa (2019) finished 1-0, a win for Steven Gaffagan.
What opening was played in Steven Gaffagan vs John Canessa?
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 Steven Gaffagan vs John Canessa, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.