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This chess game between Simon Downham (1738) and Christopher James (2044) was played at Corr in 2001 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Zurich Variation (E33).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Simon Downham vs Christopher James?
Simon Downham vs Christopher James (2001) finished 1-0, a win for Simon Downham.
What opening was played in Simon Downham vs Christopher James?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Zurich Variation (ECO E33).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Simon Downham vs Christopher James, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.