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This chess game between Jesse Zafirakos (2091) and James Arthur (1816) was played at 2024 Canterbury Summer Swiss in 2024 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation, Normal Variation (C13).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Jesse Zafirakos vs James Arthur?
Jesse Zafirakos vs James Arthur (2024) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Jesse Zafirakos vs James Arthur?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation, Normal Variation (ECO C13).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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