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This chess game between Steve Wead and Ortwin Paetzold was played at Corr IECC CL3-1996 in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense: Exchange Variation (C01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Steve Wead vs Ortwin Paetzold?
Steve Wead vs Ortwin Paetzold (1997) finished 0-1, a win for Ortwin Paetzold.
What opening was played in Steve Wead vs Ortwin Paetzold?
The game opened with the French Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO C01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Steve Wead vs Ortwin Paetzold, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.