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This chess game between Rainer Knaak and Gerd Appelt (1952) was played at German Chess Championship 2026 | Seniors 65+ in 2026 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (D37).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rainer Knaak vs Gerd Appelt?
Rainer Knaak vs Gerd Appelt (2026) finished 1-0, a win for Rainer Knaak.
What opening was played in Rainer Knaak vs Gerd Appelt?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Three Knights Variation (ECO D37).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Rainer Knaak vs Gerd Appelt, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.