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This chess game between Horst Szymaniak (2190) and Josef Mader (1662) was played at Essen (04.03.-20.03) in 2002 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (B24).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Horst Szymaniak vs Josef Mader?
Horst Szymaniak vs Josef Mader (2002) finished 1-0, a win for Horst Szymaniak.
What opening was played in Horst Szymaniak vs Josef Mader?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B24).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Horst Szymaniak vs Josef Mader, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.