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This chess game between Riku Hietala (2072) and Ari Rantanen (2037) was played at FIN-chT2 0304 in 2004 and finished 0-1. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (A26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Riku Hietala vs Ari Rantanen?
Riku Hietala vs Ari Rantanen (2004) finished 0-1, a win for Ari Rantanen.
What opening was played in Riku Hietala vs Ari Rantanen?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Closed System, Full Symmetry (ECO A26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Riku Hietala vs Ari Rantanen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.