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This chess game between Josef Semmler (2008) and Thomas Hackenberg (1881) was played at EU/SC-OR 170 in 2016 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Josef Semmler vs Thomas Hackenberg?
Josef Semmler vs Thomas Hackenberg (2016) finished 1-0, a win for Josef Semmler.
What opening was played in Josef Semmler vs Thomas Hackenberg?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Josef Semmler vs Thomas Hackenberg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.