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This chess game between Julian M Hodgson (2455) and Leslie Steven F Blackstock (2275) was played at Commonwealth Championship 3rd in 1985 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense (C55).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Julian M Hodgson vs Leslie Steven F Blackstock?
Julian M Hodgson vs Leslie Steven F Blackstock (1985) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Julian M Hodgson vs Leslie Steven F Blackstock?
The game opened with the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense (ECO C55).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Julian M Hodgson vs Leslie Steven F Blackstock, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.