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This chess game between John McCarthy (2300) and Gerard O'Connell (2165) was played at Ireland in 1992 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Petrosian System (D91).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John McCarthy vs Gerard O'Connell?
John McCarthy vs Gerard O'Connell (1992) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John McCarthy vs Gerard O'Connell?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Three Knights Variation, Petrosian System (ECO D91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John McCarthy vs Gerard O'Connell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.