John MacPhail vs John Burstow

Chess Canada Open, 1974 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16).

John Burstow22050

John MacPhail23651

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Game details

White: John MacPhail (2365)
Black: John Burstow (2205)
Result: 1–0
Event: Chess Canada Open
Year: 1974
Opening: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16)

About this chess game

This chess game between John MacPhail (2365) and John Burstow (2205) was played at Chess Canada Open in 1974 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16). 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 John MacPhail vs John Burstow?

John MacPhail vs John Burstow (1974) finished 1–0, a win for John MacPhail.

What opening was played in John MacPhail vs John Burstow?

The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (ECO A16).

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