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This chess game between Ilya Sterin (2260) and Cyrus Lakdawala (2365) was played at SCCF State ch. Irvine USA in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Amar Opening (A00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ilya Sterin vs Cyrus Lakdawala?
Ilya Sterin vs Cyrus Lakdawala (1997) finished 0-1, a win for Cyrus Lakdawala.
What opening was played in Ilya Sterin vs Cyrus Lakdawala?
The game opened with the Amar Opening (ECO A00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilya Sterin vs Cyrus Lakdawala, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.