Nikolay Melnikov vs Albert Lyubimtsev
St Petersburg White Nights Open, 2005 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Nikolay Melnikov (1674)
- Black
- Albert Lyubimtsev (2102)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- St Petersburg White Nights Open
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nikolay Melnikov (1674) and Albert Lyubimtsev (2102) was played at St Petersburg White Nights Open in 2005 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Nikolay Melnikov vs Albert Lyubimtsev?
Nikolay Melnikov vs Albert Lyubimtsev (2005) finished 0–1, a win for Albert Lyubimtsev.
What opening was played in Nikolay Melnikov vs Albert Lyubimtsev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
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