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This chess game between Derek McGill (1761) and Plamen Petrov (1853) was played in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense (D80).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Derek McGill vs Plamen Petrov?
Derek McGill vs Plamen Petrov (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Derek McGill vs Plamen Petrov?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense (ECO D80).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Derek McGill vs Plamen Petrov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.