William Henry John Sparkes vs Joseph Blackburne

BCF Ch 11th, 1914 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation (C61).

Joseph Blackburne1

William Henry John Sparkes0

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Game details

White: William Henry John Sparkes
Black: Joseph Blackburne
Result: 0–1
Event: BCF Ch 11th
Year: 1914
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation (C61)

About this chess game

This chess game between William Henry John Sparkes and Joseph Blackburne was played at BCF Ch 11th in 1914 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation (C61). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won William Henry John Sparkes vs Joseph Blackburne?

William Henry John Sparkes vs Joseph Blackburne (1914) finished 0–1, a win for Joseph Blackburne.

What opening was played in William Henry John Sparkes vs Joseph Blackburne?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation (ECO C61).

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