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This chess game between Giovanni Di Cecco (1829) and Sam Melkonian (2032) was played at Quebec Open in 1980 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Open (B33).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Giovanni Di Cecco vs Sam Melkonian?
Giovanni Di Cecco vs Sam Melkonian (1980) finished 0-1, a win for Sam Melkonian.
What opening was played in Giovanni Di Cecco vs Sam Melkonian?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Open (ECO B33).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Giovanni Di Cecco vs Sam Melkonian, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.