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This chess game between Patrick Bensch (2197) and Michael Merkl (1548) was played at 8. Arber Open 2019 in 2019 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (C99).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Patrick Bensch vs Michael Merkl?
Patrick Bensch vs Michael Merkl (2019) finished 1-0, a win for Patrick Bensch.
What opening was played in Patrick Bensch vs Michael Merkl?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (ECO C99).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Patrick Bensch vs Michael Merkl, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.