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This chess game between Matthew Nicholson (1959) and Justin McDonald (2013) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (C69).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matthew Nicholson vs Justin McDonald?
Matthew Nicholson vs Justin McDonald (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Matthew Nicholson vs Justin McDonald?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (ECO C69).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Matthew Nicholson vs Justin McDonald, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.