Johnny Leighton vs Gnel Melikyan
122. US Open 2022, 2022 · Result 0–1 · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).
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Game details
- White
- Johnny Leighton (1973)
- Black
- Gnel Melikyan (2238)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 122. US Open 2022
- Year
- 2022
- Opening
- King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)
About this chess game
This chess game between Johnny Leighton (1973) and Gnel Melikyan (2238) was played at 122. US Open 2022 in 2022 and finished 0–1. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). 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 Johnny Leighton vs Gnel Melikyan?
Johnny Leighton vs Gnel Melikyan (2022) finished 0–1, a win for Gnel Melikyan.
What opening was played in Johnny Leighton vs Gnel Melikyan?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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