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This chess game between Francis Rayner (2043) and Michael Whale (1743) was played in 2018 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (E08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Francis Rayner vs Michael Whale?
Francis Rayner vs Michael Whale (2018) finished 1-0, a win for Francis Rayner.
What opening was played in Francis Rayner vs Michael Whale?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed, Zagoryansky Variation (ECO E08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Francis Rayner vs Michael Whale, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.