Edward Lasker vs John Taliaferro Beckner
1917 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97).
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Game details
- White
- Edward Lasker
- Result
- 1–0
- Year
- 1917
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Edward Lasker and John Taliaferro Beckner was played in 1917 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Edward Lasker vs John Taliaferro Beckner?
Edward Lasker vs John Taliaferro Beckner (1917) finished 1–0, a win for Edward Lasker.
What opening was played in Edward Lasker vs John Taliaferro Beckner?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Edward Lasker vs John Taliaferro Beckner, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.