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This chess game between John Loughran (1843) and James Kavanagh (1874) was played at Round 2: Loughran, John - Kavanagh, James in 2026 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined (D30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Loughran vs James Kavanagh?
John Loughran vs James Kavanagh (2026) finished 0-1, a win for James Kavanagh.
What opening was played in John Loughran vs James Kavanagh?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO D30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Loughran vs James Kavanagh, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.