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This chess game between Egil Steen and Ernest McElroy was played at IBCA-ol blind 5th in 1976 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Egil Steen vs Ernest McElroy?
Egil Steen vs Ernest McElroy (1976) finished 0-1, a win for Ernest McElroy.
What opening was played in Egil Steen vs Ernest McElroy?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C96).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Egil Steen vs Ernest McElroy, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.