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This chess game between Keith Esses and Ekkehard Ellenberg (2096) was played at Illinois League in 1980 and finished 1-0. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (A39).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Keith Esses vs Ekkehard Ellenberg?
Keith Esses vs Ekkehard Ellenberg (1980) finished 1-0, a win for Keith Esses.
What opening was played in Keith Esses vs Ekkehard Ellenberg?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Mecking Variation (ECO A39).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Keith Esses vs Ekkehard Ellenberg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.