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This chess game between James Householder (1416) and John Thurman (1293) was played at East Lansing in 1991 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Householder vs John Thurman?
James Householder vs John Thurman (1991) finished 1-0, a win for James Householder.
What opening was played in James Householder vs John Thurman?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Householder vs John Thurman, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.