Marcus E Osborne vs Sam Essen
Islington Open, 1998 · Result ½–½ · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Game details
- White
- Marcus E Osborne (2205)
- Black
- Sam Essen (2109)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Islington Open
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08)
About this chess game
This chess game between Marcus E Osborne (2205) and Sam Essen (2109) was played at Islington Open in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Marcus E Osborne vs Sam Essen?
Marcus E Osborne vs Sam Essen (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Marcus E Osborne vs Sam Essen?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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