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This chess game between Michael Hess (1525) and Donta Johnson (1350) was played at Kalamazoo, MI in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C98).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Hess vs Donta Johnson?
Michael Hess vs Donta Johnson (1998) finished 0-1, a win for Donta Johnson.
What opening was played in Michael Hess vs Donta Johnson?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C98).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Hess vs Donta Johnson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.