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This chess game between Lorcan Heron (1883) and Paul Taaffe (1888) was played at Sligo Chess and Culture Festival - Weekender Expert in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation, Traditional System (D26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lorcan Heron vs Paul Taaffe?
Lorcan Heron vs Paul Taaffe (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Lorcan Heron.
What opening was played in Lorcan Heron vs Paul Taaffe?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Accepted: Normal Variation, Traditional System (ECO D26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lorcan Heron vs Paul Taaffe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.