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This chess game between Thomas Schmelz (2465) and Egbert Boesenberg (2454) was played at ICCF Jubilee Officials/GM-B in 2001 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (C18).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thomas Schmelz vs Egbert Boesenberg?
Thomas Schmelz vs Egbert Boesenberg (2001) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Thomas Schmelz vs Egbert Boesenberg?
The game opened with the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation (ECO C18).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Thomas Schmelz vs Egbert Boesenberg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.