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This chess game between Gene McPhail and Matt Vail (1597) was played at Tyros in 2011 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Amar Opening (A00).
You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Gene McPhail vs Matt Vail?
Gene McPhail vs Matt Vail (2011) finished 0-1, a win for Matt Vail.
What opening was played in Gene McPhail vs Matt Vail?
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 Gene McPhail vs Matt Vail, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.