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This chess game between Michael J Courtney (1758) and Laughlan James (1865) was played at Australian Open 2013 in 2013 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation (C15).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael J Courtney vs Laughlan James?
Michael J Courtney vs Laughlan James (2013) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michael J Courtney vs Laughlan James?
The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation (ECO C15).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael J Courtney vs Laughlan James, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.