John C. Saunders vs Richard A Bates
Newport WLS, 1998 · Result ½–½ · French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System, Main Line (C09).
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Game details
- White
- John C. Saunders (2195)
- Black
- Richard A Bates (2395)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Newport WLS
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System, Main Line (C09)
About this chess game
This chess game between John C. Saunders (2195) and Richard A Bates (2395) was played at Newport WLS in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System, Main Line (C09). 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 John C. Saunders vs Richard A Bates?
John C. Saunders vs Richard A Bates (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John C. Saunders vs Richard A Bates?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Open System, Main Line (ECO C09).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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