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This chess game between Maxim Ganizhev (1943) and Elena Melnichuk (2017) was played and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maxim Ganizhev vs Elena Melnichuk?
Maxim Ganizhev vs Elena Melnichuk finished 1-0, a win for Maxim Ganizhev.
What opening was played in Maxim Ganizhev vs Elena Melnichuk?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maxim Ganizhev vs Elena Melnichuk, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.