Edmund Macdonald vs Vera Menchik

West of England Major Open, 1928 · Result 0–1 · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38).

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Edmund Macdonald0

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Game details

White: Edmund Macdonald
Black: Vera Menchik
Result: 0–1
Event: West of England Major Open
Year: 1928
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38)

About this chess game

This chess game between Edmund Macdonald and Vera Menchik was played at West of England Major Open in 1928 and finished 0–1. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (A38). 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 Edmund Macdonald vs Vera Menchik?

Edmund Macdonald vs Vera Menchik (1928) finished 0–1, a win for Vera Menchik.

What opening was played in Edmund Macdonald vs Vera Menchik?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Duchamp Variation (ECO A38).

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