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This chess game between Samuel A Walker (2075) and Xavier Cowan (1864) was played at 5th Kingston Invitational in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Philidor Defense (C41).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Samuel A Walker vs Xavier Cowan?
Samuel A Walker vs Xavier Cowan (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Samuel A Walker.
What opening was played in Samuel A Walker vs Xavier Cowan?
The game opened with the Philidor Defense (ECO C41).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Samuel A Walker vs Xavier Cowan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.