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This chess game between M Paul Townsend (2186) and John Ansell was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won M Paul Townsend vs John Ansell?
M Paul Townsend vs John Ansell (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in M Paul Townsend vs John Ansell?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of M Paul Townsend vs John Ansell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.