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This chess game between Dirk Winter and Matthias Appel was played at Wiesbaden Open 17th in 1998 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Classical Variation (C11).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Dirk Winter vs Matthias Appel?
Dirk Winter vs Matthias Appel (1998) finished 1-0, a win for Dirk Winter.
What opening was played in Dirk Winter vs Matthias Appel?
The game opened with the French Defense: Classical Variation (ECO C11).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Dirk Winter vs Matthias Appel, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.