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This chess game between John MacPhail (2336) and Shiyam Thavandiran (2191) was played at Guelph Futurity schev in 2005 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Amar Opening (A00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John MacPhail vs Shiyam Thavandiran?
John MacPhail vs Shiyam Thavandiran (2005) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John MacPhail vs Shiyam Thavandiran?
The game opened with the Amar Opening (ECO A00).
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 Shiyam Thavandiran, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.