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This chess game between Mikhail Tal (2630) and John Gibbons (1428) was played at Framingham CC sim in 1988 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mikhail Tal vs John Gibbons?
Mikhail Tal vs John Gibbons (1988) finished 1-0, a win for Mikhail Tal.
What opening was played in Mikhail Tal vs John Gibbons?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mikhail Tal vs John Gibbons, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.