S Pestov vs Thorben Rakow
Hamburg-chI, 1998 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34).
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Game details
- White
- S Pestov (2335)
- Black
- Thorben Rakow (2070)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Hamburg-chI
- Year
- 1998
- Opening
- English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34)
About this chess game
This chess game between S Pestov (2335) and Thorben Rakow (2070) was played at Hamburg-chI in 1998 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (A34). 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 S Pestov vs Thorben Rakow?
S Pestov vs Thorben Rakow (1998) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in S Pestov vs Thorben Rakow?
The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Normal Variation (ECO A34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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