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This chess game between Horst Strehlow (1946) and Gottfried Mertens (1782) was played in 2019 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (C05).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Horst Strehlow vs Gottfried Mertens?
Horst Strehlow vs Gottfried Mertens (2019) finished 1-0, a win for Horst Strehlow.
What opening was played in Horst Strehlow vs Gottfried Mertens?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation (ECO C05).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Horst Strehlow vs Gottfried Mertens, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.