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This chess game between Thorsten Schmitz (2229) and Hagen Poetsch (2449) was played at 7. Bamberg Open 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (B68).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thorsten Schmitz vs Hagen Poetsch?
Thorsten Schmitz vs Hagen Poetsch (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Thorsten Schmitz vs Hagen Poetsch?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (ECO B68).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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