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This chess game between Thomas Esser (1942) and James David Whitmire (1968) was played in 2013 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Old Indian Defense (A53).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thomas Esser vs James David Whitmire?
Thomas Esser vs James David Whitmire (2013) finished 1-0, a win for Thomas Esser.
What opening was played in Thomas Esser vs James David Whitmire?
The game opened with the Old Indian Defense (ECO A53).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Thomas Esser vs James David Whitmire, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.