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This chess game between Alexander John (1767) and David Malcolm (1557) was played at Varsity Oxford-Cambridge in 1953 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense (C00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexander John vs David Malcolm?
Alexander John vs David Malcolm (1953) finished 0-1, a win for David Malcolm.
What opening was played in Alexander John vs David Malcolm?
The game opened with the French Defense (ECO C00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexander John vs David Malcolm, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.