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This chess game between Lothar Zinn (2325) and Rainer Knaak (2535) was played at DDR in 1980 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Lothar Zinn vs Rainer Knaak?
Lothar Zinn vs Rainer Knaak (1980) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Lothar Zinn vs Rainer Knaak?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (ECO B50).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Lothar Zinn vs Rainer Knaak, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.