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This chess game between Sam Melkonian (2012) and Francis Caron (1782) was played at Montreal Open in 1980 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (B34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sam Melkonian vs Francis Caron?
Sam Melkonian vs Francis Caron (1980) finished 1-0, a win for Sam Melkonian.
What opening was played in Sam Melkonian vs Francis Caron?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation (ECO B34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sam Melkonian vs Francis Caron, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.