Sam Melkonian vs Pierre-Marc Phaneuf
Easter/Paques Open, 1978 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation, Early Deviations (B66).
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Game details
- White
- Sam Melkonian
- Black
- Pierre-Marc Phaneuf
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Easter/Paques Open
- Year
- 1978
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation, Early Deviations (B66)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sam Melkonian and Pierre-Marc Phaneuf was played at Easter/Paques Open in 1978 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation, Early Deviations (B66). 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 Sam Melkonian vs Pierre-Marc Phaneuf?
Sam Melkonian vs Pierre-Marc Phaneuf (1978) finished 1–0, a win for Sam Melkonian.
What opening was played in Sam Melkonian vs Pierre-Marc Phaneuf?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation, Early Deviations (ECO B66).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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