Justin Sarkar vs Matthias Tafertshofer

2. Innsbruck Open 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation (A20).

Matthias Tafertshofer20680

Justin Sarkar23101

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Game details

White: Justin Sarkar (2310)
Black: Matthias Tafertshofer (2068)
Result: 1–0
Event: 2. Innsbruck Open 2018
Year: 2018
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation (A20)

About this chess game

This chess game between Justin Sarkar (2310) and Matthias Tafertshofer (2068) was played at 2. Innsbruck Open 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation (A20). 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

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Justin Sarkar vs Matthias Tafertshofer (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Justin Sarkar.

What opening was played in Justin Sarkar vs Matthias Tafertshofer?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation (ECO A20).

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