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This chess game between Alexander Melnikov (1877) and Michael Yankelevich (2000) was played at 10. Rheinland-Pfalz Open in 2018 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alexander Melnikov vs Michael Yankelevich?
Alexander Melnikov vs Michael Yankelevich (2018) finished 1-0, a win for Alexander Melnikov.
What opening was played in Alexander Melnikov vs Michael Yankelevich?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexander Melnikov vs Michael Yankelevich, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.