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This chess game between Gottfried Mertens (2009) and Lothar Buth (1968) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Bird Opening: Dutch Variation (A03).
You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Gottfried Mertens vs Lothar Buth?
Gottfried Mertens vs Lothar Buth (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Gottfried Mertens vs Lothar Buth?
The game opened with the Bird Opening: Dutch Variation (ECO A03).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Gottfried Mertens vs Lothar Buth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.