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This chess game between William Van Lear (1924) and Leonid Filatov (2330) was played at Virginia Open Fredericksbur in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit (D06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won William Van Lear vs Leonid Filatov?
William Van Lear vs Leonid Filatov (1998) finished 0-1, a win for Leonid Filatov.
What opening was played in William Van Lear vs Leonid Filatov?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit (ECO D06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of William Van Lear vs Leonid Filatov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.