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This chess game between Erling Tholfsen and Horace Bigelow was played at New York in 1929 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (C66).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Erling Tholfsen vs Horace Bigelow?
Erling Tholfsen vs Horace Bigelow (1929) finished 1-0, a win for Erling Tholfsen.
What opening was played in Erling Tholfsen vs Horace Bigelow?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Improved Steinitz Defense (ECO C66).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Erling Tholfsen vs Horace Bigelow, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.