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This chess game between Elke Ploeger (1450) and Thomas Schmidt (1727) was played at Greifswald Ryck Open in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez (C60).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Elke Ploeger vs Thomas Schmidt?
Elke Ploeger vs Thomas Schmidt (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Elke Ploeger.
What opening was played in Elke Ploeger vs Thomas Schmidt?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez (ECO C60).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Elke Ploeger vs Thomas Schmidt, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.