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This chess game between Kevin Smyth (1822) and Mike Taylor (1885) was played at Thanet Challengers 50th in 2019 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Tarrasch Defense: Classical Variation, Bogoljubow Variation (D34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Kevin Smyth vs Mike Taylor?
Kevin Smyth vs Mike Taylor (2019) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Kevin Smyth vs Mike Taylor?
The game opened with the Tarrasch Defense: Classical Variation, Bogoljubow Variation (ECO D34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Kevin Smyth vs Mike Taylor, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.