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This chess game between Richard James and Ronald William Nicholas was played at GBR-ch64 Major Open in 1977 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (C68).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Richard James vs Ronald William Nicholas?
Richard James vs Ronald William Nicholas (1977) finished 1-0, a win for Richard James.
What opening was played in Richard James vs Ronald William Nicholas?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (ECO C68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Richard James vs Ronald William Nicholas, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.