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This chess game between Odhran McDonnell (1852) and Paul Ward (1845) was played at Sligo Chess and Culture Festival - Weekender Expert in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Dutch Defense: Stonewall Variation, Modern Variation (A90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Odhran McDonnell vs Paul Ward?
Odhran McDonnell vs Paul Ward (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Odhran McDonnell.
What opening was played in Odhran McDonnell vs Paul Ward?
The game opened with the Dutch Defense: Stonewall Variation, Modern Variation (ECO A90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Odhran McDonnell vs Paul Ward, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.