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This chess game between Istvan Bilek (1627) and Pal Rethy was played at Budapest ch-HUN in 1961 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Istvan Bilek vs Pal Rethy?
Istvan Bilek vs Pal Rethy (1961) finished 1-0, a win for Istvan Bilek.
What opening was played in Istvan Bilek vs Pal Rethy?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Istvan Bilek vs Pal Rethy, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.