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This chess game between James McKiernan (1821) and Simon Layhe (1867) was played at Scarborough Major 47th in 2024 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game (D00).
You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James McKiernan vs Simon Layhe?
James McKiernan vs Simon Layhe (2024) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in James McKiernan vs Simon Layhe?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game (ECO D00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James McKiernan vs Simon Layhe, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.