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This chess game between W. Mainz and Erich Thiele was played at Corr BdF-cup3 in 1956 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (B73).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won W. Mainz vs Erich Thiele?
W. Mainz vs Erich Thiele (1956) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in W. Mainz vs Erich Thiele?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Classical Variation, Zollner Gambit (ECO B73).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of W. Mainz vs Erich Thiele, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.