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This chess game between Farid Watson (1935) and Leonid Alzhin (1761) was played in 2013 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Farid Watson vs Leonid Alzhin?
Farid Watson vs Leonid Alzhin (2013) finished 1-0, a win for Farid Watson.
What opening was played in Farid Watson vs Leonid Alzhin?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Farid Watson vs Leonid Alzhin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.