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This chess game between Pavel Romanov and Maksim Merkulov was played at Vladivostok in 1990 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Old Indian Defense: Ukrainian Variation (A54).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Pavel Romanov vs Maksim Merkulov?
Pavel Romanov vs Maksim Merkulov (1990) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pavel Romanov vs Maksim Merkulov?
The game opened with the Old Indian Defense: Ukrainian Variation (ECO A54).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Pavel Romanov vs Maksim Merkulov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.