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This chess game between John Toothill (2151) and Alastair Dawson (1870) was played at Oban Open in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Philidor Defense (C41).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Toothill vs Alastair Dawson?
John Toothill vs Alastair Dawson (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Toothill vs Alastair Dawson?
The game opened with the Philidor Defense (ECO C41).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Toothill vs Alastair Dawson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.