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This chess game between Christopher Van Dyck and E. Laird was played at USCF Absolute in 1978 and finished 1-0. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Christopher Van Dyck vs E. Laird?
Christopher Van Dyck vs E. Laird (1978) finished 1-0, a win for Christopher Van Dyck.
What opening was played in Christopher Van Dyck vs E. Laird?
The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (ECO A17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Christopher Van Dyck vs E. Laird, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.