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This chess game between Rick Chranowski (1913) and John McLean (2129) was played at CAN Ch Open in 2001 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rick Chranowski vs John McLean?
Rick Chranowski vs John McLean (2001) finished 1-0, a win for Rick Chranowski.
What opening was played in Rick Chranowski vs John McLean?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Rick Chranowski vs John McLean, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.