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This chess game between Donald Sutherland (1631) and Erik Osbun was played at Third C.F.N.C. Experts Tournament in 1961 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Donald Sutherland vs Erik Osbun?
Donald Sutherland vs Erik Osbun (1961) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Donald Sutherland vs Erik Osbun?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Donald Sutherland vs Erik Osbun, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.