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This chess game between Thomas Sturm (1933) and Josef Giefing (1816) was played at Vienna op-B 14th in 2003 and finished ½-½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Classical Fianchetto (E67).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Thomas Sturm vs Josef Giefing?
Thomas Sturm vs Josef Giefing (2003) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Thomas Sturm vs Josef Giefing?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Classical Fianchetto (ECO E67).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Thomas Sturm vs Josef Giefing, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.