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This chess game between Gerd Rickers (2142) and Thomas Schmidle (2189) was played at RLN/S in 1989 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (D40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Gerd Rickers vs Thomas Schmidle?
Gerd Rickers vs Thomas Schmidle (1989) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Gerd Rickers vs Thomas Schmidle?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Semi-Tarrasch Defense (ECO D40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Gerd Rickers vs Thomas Schmidle, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.