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This chess game between Leonard Illingworth and William Fairhurst was played at BCF Ch 37th in 1950 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (C66).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Leonard Illingworth vs William Fairhurst?
Leonard Illingworth vs William Fairhurst (1950) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Leonard Illingworth vs William Fairhurst?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (ECO C66).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leonard Illingworth vs William Fairhurst, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.