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This chess game between Lothar Gaertig and Ventzeslav Ivanov Petrov was played at Corr E-03chT bd12 in 1988 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Marshall Attack (C89).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lothar Gaertig vs Ventzeslav Ivanov Petrov?
Lothar Gaertig vs Ventzeslav Ivanov Petrov (1988) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Lothar Gaertig vs Ventzeslav Ivanov Petrov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Marshall Attack (ECO C89).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lothar Gaertig vs Ventzeslav Ivanov Petrov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.