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This chess game between Lee Lafrese and John Watson (2365) was played at Cardoza US Open in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lee Lafrese vs John Watson?
Lee Lafrese vs John Watson (1998) finished 0-1, a win for John Watson.
What opening was played in Lee Lafrese vs John Watson?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (ECO E94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lee Lafrese vs John Watson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.