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This chess game between Vidar Taksrud (1979) and Tom Zakariassen (1797) was played at Xtracon Chess Open 2016 in 2016 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vidar Taksrud vs Tom Zakariassen?
Vidar Taksrud vs Tom Zakariassen (2016) finished 1-0, a win for Vidar Taksrud.
What opening was played in Vidar Taksrud vs Tom Zakariassen?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vidar Taksrud vs Tom Zakariassen, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.