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This chess game between Rafael Katz (2112) and Tom Niklas Arnz (1885) was played at Krefelder Weihnachtsopen 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game (A40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rafael Katz vs Tom Niklas Arnz?
Rafael Katz vs Tom Niklas Arnz (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Rafael Katz vs Tom Niklas Arnz?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game (ECO A40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Rafael Katz vs Tom Niklas Arnz, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.