Robert Ruck vs Patrick Zelbel

Bundesliga 2016-17, 2017 · Result ½–½ · Zukertort Opening (A04).

Patrick Zelbel2429½

Robert Ruck2000½

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Game details

White: Robert Ruck (2000)
Black: Patrick Zelbel (2429)
Result: ½–½
Event: Bundesliga 2016-17
Year: 2017
Opening: Zukertort Opening (A04)

About this chess game

This chess game between Robert Ruck (2000) and Patrick Zelbel (2429) was played at Bundesliga 2016-17 in 2017 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Zukertort Opening (A04). 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 Robert Ruck vs Patrick Zelbel?

Robert Ruck vs Patrick Zelbel (2017) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Robert Ruck vs Patrick Zelbel?

The game opened with the Zukertort Opening (ECO A04).

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