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This chess game between Francis Rayner (2148) and Craig Woolcock (1907) was played in 2014 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Francis Rayner vs Craig Woolcock?
Francis Rayner vs Craig Woolcock (2014) finished 1-0, a win for Francis Rayner.
What opening was played in Francis Rayner vs Craig Woolcock?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (ECO C05).
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 Craig Woolcock, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.