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This chess game between Samantha Walker (2050) and John W Branford (2240) was played at Edinburgh ch-BCF in 1985 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C17).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Samantha Walker vs John W Branford?
Samantha Walker vs John W Branford (1985) finished 1-0, a win for Samantha Walker.
What opening was played in Samantha Walker vs John W Branford?
The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Samantha Walker vs John W Branford, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.