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This chess game between Leonard Standers and John Blackstone (2240) was played at Chess Set Memorial Day in 1980 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25).
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 Leonard Standers vs John Blackstone?
Leonard Standers vs John Blackstone (1980) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Leonard Standers vs John Blackstone?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Leonard Standers vs John Blackstone, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.