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This chess game between Franklyn Gibson (1946) and F. Izeldin was played at Thessaloniki ol (Men) in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (D85).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Franklyn Gibson vs F. Izeldin?
Franklyn Gibson vs F. Izeldin (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Franklyn Gibson vs F. Izeldin?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO D85).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Franklyn Gibson vs F. Izeldin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.