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This chess game between Ralf Knechtel (1830) and Josef Roth (2200) was played at Passau Open 6th in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Classical Variation (D86).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ralf Knechtel vs Josef Roth?
Ralf Knechtel vs Josef Roth (1998) finished 0-1, a win for Josef Roth.
What opening was played in Ralf Knechtel vs Josef Roth?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense: Exchange Variation, Classical Variation (ECO D86).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ralf Knechtel vs Josef Roth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.