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This chess game between Jeff Reeve (2185) and Laird Swanson was played at Vancouver in 1974 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Normal Variation (C69).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jeff Reeve vs Laird Swanson?
Jeff Reeve vs Laird Swanson (1974) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jeff Reeve vs Laird Swanson?
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 Jeff Reeve vs Laird Swanson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.