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This chess game between Joshua Tan (1606) and Steve McNamara (1972) was played at AA/TC01 in 2017 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Joshua Tan vs Steve McNamara?
Joshua Tan vs Steve McNamara (2017) finished 0-1, a win for Steve McNamara.
What opening was played in Joshua Tan vs Steve McNamara?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Joshua Tan vs Steve McNamara, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.