Lothar Heimerl vs Hans-Joachim Vatter

Germany, 1980 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).

Hans-Joachim Vatter2240½

Lothar Heimerl2215½

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Game details

White: Lothar Heimerl (2215)
Black: Hans-Joachim Vatter (2240)
Result: ½–½
Event: Germany
Year: 1980
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)

About this chess game

This chess game between Lothar Heimerl (2215) and Hans-Joachim Vatter (2240) was played at Germany in 1980 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Lothar Heimerl vs Hans-Joachim Vatter?

Lothar Heimerl vs Hans-Joachim Vatter (1980) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Lothar Heimerl vs Hans-Joachim Vatter?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).

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