Richard Ward vs Steve Cole

BCCC RESA 20/22 (ENG), 2020 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97).

Steve Cole2058½

Richard Ward2190½

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Game details

White: Richard Ward (2190)
Black: Steve Cole (2058)
Result: ½–½
Event: BCCC RESA 20/22 (ENG)
Year: 2020
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Richard Ward (2190) and Steve Cole (2058) was played at BCCC RESA 20/22 (ENG) in 2020 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Richard Ward vs Steve Cole?

Richard Ward vs Steve Cole (2020) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Richard Ward vs Steve Cole?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (ECO E97).

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