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This chess game between Heinz Heiss (1775) and Herbert Rau (1822) was played in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Heinz Heiss vs Herbert Rau?
Heinz Heiss vs Herbert Rau (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Heinz Heiss vs Herbert Rau?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Heinz Heiss vs Herbert Rau, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.