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This chess game between Luca Pontiroli (1701) and Philipp Merth (1838) was played at Grenke Chess Festival 2026 | Streamer in 2026 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Luca Pontiroli vs Philipp Merth?
Luca Pontiroli vs Philipp Merth (2026) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Luca Pontiroli vs Philipp Merth?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Luca Pontiroli vs Philipp Merth, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.