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This chess game between Lothar Gaertig and H. Ruhbaum was played at Corr DDR-cup6 in 1979 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lothar Gaertig vs H. Ruhbaum?
Lothar Gaertig vs H. Ruhbaum (1979) finished 1-0, a win for Lothar Gaertig.
What opening was played in Lothar Gaertig vs H. Ruhbaum?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
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 H. Ruhbaum, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.