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This chess game between Donald A Holmes (2274) and Richard Birkett (2102) was played at Oban Open in 2011 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (C73).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Donald A Holmes vs Richard Birkett?
Donald A Holmes vs Richard Birkett (2011) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Donald A Holmes vs Richard Birkett?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense (ECO C73).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Donald A Holmes vs Richard Birkett, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.