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This chess game between Joel Lloyd (1694) and Michael Gidley was played at WightLink Isle of Wight | Weekend Congress - Open in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Scandinavian Defense (B01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Joel Lloyd vs Michael Gidley?
Joel Lloyd vs Michael Gidley (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Joel Lloyd.
What opening was played in Joel Lloyd vs Michael Gidley?
The game opened with the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Joel Lloyd vs Michael Gidley, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.