Niels Willems vs Joseph A. McDonnell

Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Rapid, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).

Joseph A. McDonnell16010

Niels Willems23791

Notation · 39 moves

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Game details

White: Niels Willems (2379)
Black: Joseph A. McDonnell (1601)
Result: 1–0
Event: Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Rapid
Year: 2026
Opening: Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08)

About this chess game

This chess game between Niels Willems (2379) and Joseph A. McDonnell (1601) was played at Sligo Chess and Culture Festival 2026 - Open Rapid in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08). 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 Niels Willems vs Joseph A. McDonnell?

Niels Willems vs Joseph A. McDonnell (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Niels Willems.

What opening was played in Niels Willems vs Joseph A. McDonnell?

The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).

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