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This chess game between John Thurman (1293) and M. Hale was played at Plymouth ch-MI Open in 1984 and finished 1-0. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (A31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Thurman vs M. Hale?
John Thurman vs M. Hale (1984) finished 1-0, a win for John Thurman.
What opening was played in John Thurman vs M. Hale?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Anti-Benoni Variation (ECO A31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Thurman vs M. Hale, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.