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This chess game between Norman Thielsch (2340) and Gerhard Appel (1950) was played at Dresden ZMD Open in 2003 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense (B27).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Norman Thielsch vs Gerhard Appel?
Norman Thielsch vs Gerhard Appel (2003) finished 1-0, a win for Norman Thielsch.
What opening was played in Norman Thielsch vs Gerhard Appel?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense (ECO B27).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Norman Thielsch vs Gerhard Appel, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.