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This chess game between Thomas Hoffmann and Roman Sippel (1761) was played at Northeim CES 1st in 2005 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (C99).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thomas Hoffmann vs Roman Sippel?
Thomas Hoffmann vs Roman Sippel (2005) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Thomas Hoffmann vs Roman Sippel?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense, Panov System (ECO C99).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Thomas Hoffmann vs Roman Sippel, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.