Thomas Recktenwald vs Olaf Giel
Saarlouis (25.05.-02.06), 2002 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Game details
- White
- Thomas Recktenwald (1821)
- Black
- Olaf Giel (2152)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Saarlouis (25.05.-02.06)
- Year
- 2002
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40)
About this chess game
This chess game between Thomas Recktenwald (1821) and Olaf Giel (2152) was played at Saarlouis (25.05.-02.06) in 2002 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40). 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 Thomas Recktenwald vs Olaf Giel?
Thomas Recktenwald vs Olaf Giel (2002) finished 0–1, a win for Olaf Giel.
What opening was played in Thomas Recktenwald vs Olaf Giel?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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