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This chess game between Horst Rittner and Gerhard Bessner was played at GDR Ch Jena GER and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Horst Rittner vs Gerhard Bessner?
Horst Rittner vs Gerhard Bessner finished 0-1, a win for Gerhard Bessner.
What opening was played in Horst Rittner vs Gerhard Bessner?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Horst Rittner vs Gerhard Bessner, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.