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This chess game between Carl Van Dam and John Tatom was played at Corr IECC Quad in 1997 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (C70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Carl Van Dam vs John Tatom?
Carl Van Dam vs John Tatom (1997) finished 1-0, a win for Carl Van Dam.
What opening was played in Carl Van Dam vs John Tatom?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (ECO C70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Carl Van Dam vs John Tatom, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.