Stefan, Dr. Niessen vs Michael Schaefer

Bensheim Open, 1998 · Result 1–0 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).

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Stefan, Dr. Niessen20041

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Game details

White: Stefan, Dr. Niessen (2004)
Black: Michael Schaefer (1795)
Result: 1–0
Event: Bensheim Open
Year: 1998
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Stefan, Dr. Niessen (2004) and Michael Schaefer (1795) was played at Bensheim Open in 1998 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31). 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 Stefan, Dr. Niessen vs Michael Schaefer?

Stefan, Dr. Niessen vs Michael Schaefer (1998) finished 1–0, a win for Stefan, Dr. Niessen.

What opening was played in Stefan, Dr. Niessen vs Michael Schaefer?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).

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