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This chess game between Josef Widowitz (2029) and Jakob Melcher (1896) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Josef Widowitz vs Jakob Melcher?
Josef Widowitz vs Jakob Melcher (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Josef Widowitz vs Jakob Melcher?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Josef Widowitz vs Jakob Melcher, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.