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This chess game between Paul Qian and John B Illingworth (1687) was played at Box Hill CC Ch in 2000 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Paul Qian vs John B Illingworth?
Paul Qian vs John B Illingworth (2000) finished 1-0, a win for Paul Qian.
What opening was played in Paul Qian vs John B Illingworth?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Paul Qian vs John B Illingworth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.