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This chess game between Cliff Walther (2195) and Matthias Rech (2050) was played at Verbandsliga Nord Baden 9697 in 1996 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Grünfeld Defense (D80).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Cliff Walther vs Matthias Rech?
Cliff Walther vs Matthias Rech (1996) finished 1-0, a win for Cliff Walther.
What opening was played in Cliff Walther vs Matthias Rech?
The game opened with the Grünfeld Defense (ECO D80).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Cliff Walther vs Matthias Rech, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.