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This chess game between James Burgess (2241) and John Bick (2242) was played at USCL 2009 in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Burgess vs John Bick?
James Burgess vs John Bick (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in James Burgess vs John Bick?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (ECO C05).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Burgess vs John Bick, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.