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This chess game between John Hoggatt (2360) and Julius H Loftsson (2360) was played in 1980 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Hoggatt vs Julius H Loftsson?
John Hoggatt vs Julius H Loftsson (1980) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Hoggatt vs Julius H Loftsson?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Hoggatt vs Julius H Loftsson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.