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This chess game between Denis Palin (1924) and Roman Melnik (1936) was played in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Modern Variation (A60).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Denis Palin vs Roman Melnik?
Denis Palin vs Roman Melnik (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Denis Palin.
What opening was played in Denis Palin vs Roman Melnik?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Modern Variation (ECO A60).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Denis Palin vs Roman Melnik, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.