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This chess game between David VanderLaan (976) and Mark Richardson was played at Kalamazoo, MI in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won David VanderLaan vs Mark Richardson?
David VanderLaan vs Mark Richardson (1998) finished 1-0, a win for David VanderLaan.
What opening was played in David VanderLaan vs Mark Richardson?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO C65).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of David VanderLaan vs Mark Richardson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.