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This chess game between John S Purdy (2065) and Serge Rubanraut (2255) was played at AUS Ch in 1979 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Modern Variation (B61).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John S Purdy vs Serge Rubanraut?
John S Purdy vs Serge Rubanraut (1979) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John S Purdy vs Serge Rubanraut?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B61).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John S Purdy vs Serge Rubanraut, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.