Paul Dorion vs Sam Melkonian
Quebec Open, 1980 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Paul Dorion (1624)
- Black
- Sam Melkonian (2032)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Quebec Open
- Year
- 1980
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Paul Dorion (1624) and Sam Melkonian (2032) was played at Quebec Open in 1980 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Paul Dorion vs Sam Melkonian?
Paul Dorion vs Sam Melkonian (1980) finished 0–1, a win for Sam Melkonian.
What opening was played in Paul Dorion vs Sam Melkonian?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Paul Dorion vs Sam Melkonian, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.