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This chess game between Herschel Dafal (1220) and Karlheinz, Dr. Hesselbarth (1984) was played at Corr ch-DDR in 1985 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Herschel Dafal vs Karlheinz, Dr. Hesselbarth?
Herschel Dafal vs Karlheinz, Dr. Hesselbarth (1985) finished 1-0, a win for Herschel Dafal.
What opening was played in Herschel Dafal vs Karlheinz, Dr. Hesselbarth?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Herschel Dafal vs Karlheinz, Dr. Hesselbarth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.