Michael Macdonald-Ross vs Brian Eley
Birmingham Open, 1977 · Result 1–0 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (E31).
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Game details
- White
- Michael Macdonald-Ross (2265)
- Black
- Brian Eley (2340)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Birmingham Open
- Year
- 1977
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (E31)
About this chess game
This chess game between Michael Macdonald-Ross (2265) and Brian Eley (2340) was played at Birmingham Open in 1977 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (E31). 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 Michael Macdonald-Ross vs Brian Eley?
Michael Macdonald-Ross vs Brian Eley (1977) finished 1–0, a win for Michael Macdonald-Ross.
What opening was played in Michael Macdonald-Ross vs Brian Eley?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Leningrad Variation, Benoni Defense (ECO E31).
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