James Branson vs Rene Koum

It (Open) Elancourt FRA, 2006 · Result 0–1 · Tarrasch Defense (D32).

Rene Koum17931

James Branson19230

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Game details

White: James Branson (1923)
Black: Rene Koum (1793)
Result: 0–1
Event: It (Open) Elancourt FRA
Year: 2006
Opening: Tarrasch Defense (D32)

About this chess game

This chess game between James Branson (1923) and Rene Koum (1793) was played at It (Open) Elancourt FRA in 2006 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Tarrasch Defense (D32). 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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Who won James Branson vs Rene Koum?

James Branson vs Rene Koum (2006) finished 0–1, a win for Rene Koum.

What opening was played in James Branson vs Rene Koum?

The game opened with the Tarrasch Defense (ECO D32).

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