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This chess game between Egon Merkle (2160) and Richard Bethke (2193) was played in 2018 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (D35).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Egon Merkle vs Richard Bethke?
Egon Merkle vs Richard Bethke (2018) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Egon Merkle vs Richard Bethke?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation (ECO D35).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Egon Merkle vs Richard Bethke, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.