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This chess game between John Alan Ritz and James Tarjan (2406) was played at 119. US Open 2018 in 2018 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Alan Ritz vs James Tarjan?
John Alan Ritz vs James Tarjan (2018) finished 0-1, a win for James Tarjan.
What opening was played in John Alan Ritz vs James Tarjan?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Alan Ritz vs James Tarjan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.