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This chess game between Richard Essery (1279) and James Atem (1816) was played at Winnipeg TNT May Open in 2007 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Richard Essery vs James Atem?
Richard Essery vs James Atem (2007) finished 0-1, a win for James Atem.
What opening was played in Richard Essery vs James Atem?
The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Richard Essery vs James Atem, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.