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This chess game between John MacPhail (2365) and Jim Mathers (1219) was played at Cape Breton Open in 1979 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Open (C82).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John MacPhail vs Jim Mathers?
John MacPhail vs Jim Mathers (1979) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John MacPhail vs Jim Mathers?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Open (ECO C82).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John MacPhail vs Jim Mathers, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.