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This chess game between Ron Hermansen (2226) and Ilya Sterin (2260) was played at Western Class Championships in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Delayed Exchange (C85).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ron Hermansen vs Ilya Sterin?
Ron Hermansen vs Ilya Sterin (2004) finished 1-0, a win for Ron Hermansen.
What opening was played in Ron Hermansen vs Ilya Sterin?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Delayed Exchange (ECO C85).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ron Hermansen vs Ilya Sterin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.