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This chess game between Maksim Merkulov and Vitaly Cseshkovsky (2490) was played at Vladivostok in 1990 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game (A41).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maksim Merkulov vs Vitaly Cseshkovsky?
Maksim Merkulov vs Vitaly Cseshkovsky (1990) finished 0-1, a win for Vitaly Cseshkovsky.
What opening was played in Maksim Merkulov vs Vitaly Cseshkovsky?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game (ECO A41).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maksim Merkulov vs Vitaly Cseshkovsky, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.