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This chess game between Erik Kothe (1877) and Kayvan Rafiee (1843) was played at 8. Vellmar Open 2016 in 2016 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (B21).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Erik Kothe vs Kayvan Rafiee?
Erik Kothe vs Kayvan Rafiee (2016) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Erik Kothe vs Kayvan Rafiee?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: McDonnell Attack (ECO B21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Erik Kothe vs Kayvan Rafiee, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.