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This chess game between Matthew Sonter (2206) and Tom Lea (1853) was played at Lidums Australian Open in 2005 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation (C64).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matthew Sonter vs Tom Lea?
Matthew Sonter vs Tom Lea (2005) finished 1-0, a win for Matthew Sonter.
What opening was played in Matthew Sonter vs Tom Lea?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation (ECO C64).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Matthew Sonter vs Tom Lea, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.