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This chess game between Vitali Zeldin (1918) and Ulrich Schaefer (1481) was played at Dortmund Ch in 2004 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Petrov's Defense (C42).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vitali Zeldin vs Ulrich Schaefer?
Vitali Zeldin vs Ulrich Schaefer (2004) finished 1-0, a win for Vitali Zeldin.
What opening was played in Vitali Zeldin vs Ulrich Schaefer?
The game opened with the Petrov's Defense (ECO C42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vitali Zeldin vs Ulrich Schaefer, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.