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This chess game between Gerhard Essl (2053) and Oliver Kniest (2240) was played at Schwarzach op-A in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Gerhard Essl vs Oliver Kniest?
Gerhard Essl vs Oliver Kniest (1997) finished 0-1, a win for Oliver Kniest.
What opening was played in Gerhard Essl vs Oliver Kniest?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Gerhard Essl vs Oliver Kniest, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.