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This chess game between James F McKenna (1929) and John Gemmell was played at Corr BPCF Open in 1990 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James F McKenna vs John Gemmell?
James F McKenna vs John Gemmell (1990) finished 1-0, a win for James F McKenna.
What opening was played in James F McKenna vs John Gemmell?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (ECO B91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James F McKenna vs John Gemmell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.