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This chess game between Lothar Mertens (1668) and Michael Kotyk (1903) was played in 2017 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Bishop's Opening: Boden-Kieseritzky Gambit (C27).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lothar Mertens vs Michael Kotyk?
Lothar Mertens vs Michael Kotyk (2017) finished 0-1, a win for Michael Kotyk.
What opening was played in Lothar Mertens vs Michael Kotyk?
The game opened with the Bishop's Opening: Boden-Kieseritzky Gambit (ECO C27).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lothar Mertens vs Michael Kotyk, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.