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This chess game between Gordon Ritchie (1964) and Halldor Palsson (2004) was played at Gatineau Open in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Gordon Ritchie vs Halldor Palsson?
Gordon Ritchie vs Halldor Palsson (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Gordon Ritchie vs Halldor Palsson?
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 Gordon Ritchie vs Halldor Palsson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.