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This chess game between Mark Kurtzman (2220) and Taj Ehren Alvarez (1593) was played at New York Open and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (A67).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mark Kurtzman vs Taj Ehren Alvarez?
Mark Kurtzman vs Taj Ehren Alvarez finished 1-0, a win for Mark Kurtzman.
What opening was played in Mark Kurtzman vs Taj Ehren Alvarez?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO A67).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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