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This chess game between Mike Skidmore (1972) and William Eckert (1909) was played at Grand Rapids, MI in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mike Skidmore vs William Eckert?
Mike Skidmore vs William Eckert (1997) finished 0-1, a win for William Eckert.
What opening was played in Mike Skidmore vs William Eckert?
The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mike Skidmore vs William Eckert, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.