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This chess game between Steffen Birk (2260) and Hans Schmutzer (1730) was played at WURT-MM8990 in 1990 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Steffen Birk vs Hans Schmutzer?
Steffen Birk vs Hans Schmutzer (1990) finished 1-0, a win for Steffen Birk.
What opening was played in Steffen Birk vs Hans Schmutzer?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Steffen Birk vs Hans Schmutzer, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.