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This chess game between Houji Yao (1925) and John Zhang (1725) was played at Quebec Open U2000 in 2012 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (C68).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Houji Yao vs John Zhang?
Houji Yao vs John Zhang (2012) finished 0-1, a win for John Zhang.
What opening was played in Houji Yao vs John Zhang?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation (ECO C68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Houji Yao vs John Zhang, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.