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This chess game between Volker Branding (2126) and Thorben Rakow (2082) was played at Oberhof in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense (B12).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Volker Branding vs Thorben Rakow?
Volker Branding vs Thorben Rakow (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Volker Branding vs Thorben Rakow?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense (ECO B12).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Volker Branding vs Thorben Rakow, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.