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This chess game between Hartmut Both and Walter Ruth (2072) was played at Rheinland-chS in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Spassky System (E14).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Hartmut Both vs Walter Ruth?
Hartmut Both vs Walter Ruth (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Hartmut Both vs Walter Ruth?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Spassky System (ECO E14).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Hartmut Both vs Walter Ruth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.