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This chess game between Aleksej Litwak (2086) and Ludwig Ritschl was played in 1999 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Aleksej Litwak vs Ludwig Ritschl?
Aleksej Litwak vs Ludwig Ritschl (1999) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Aleksej Litwak vs Ludwig Ritschl?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Aleksej Litwak vs Ludwig Ritschl, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.