Lucius Melillo vs Saumil Padhya
2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | GM, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Lucius Melillo (2241)
- Black
- Saumil Padhya (2236)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | GM
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Lucius Melillo (2241) and Saumil Padhya (2236) was played at 2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | GM in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Lucius Melillo vs Saumil Padhya?
Lucius Melillo vs Saumil Padhya (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Lucius Melillo.
What opening was played in Lucius Melillo vs Saumil Padhya?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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