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This chess game between Elian Thomann and Alistair Held was played at Menden in 1974 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (C63).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Elian Thomann vs Alistair Held?
Elian Thomann vs Alistair Held (1974) finished 1-0, a win for Elian Thomann.
What opening was played in Elian Thomann vs Alistair Held?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense (ECO C63).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Elian Thomann vs Alistair Held, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.