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This chess game between Uwe Spira (1946) and Stefan Illing was played at Troisdorf Open in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Uwe Spira vs Stefan Illing?
Uwe Spira vs Stefan Illing (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Uwe Spira.
What opening was played in Uwe Spira vs Stefan Illing?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO C65).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Uwe Spira vs Stefan Illing, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.