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This chess game between Michel Salaun (2045) and Samuel Pagny (1919) was played at FRA-chT3 0405 in 2004 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Indian Defense: Knights Variation (A46).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michel Salaun vs Samuel Pagny?
Michel Salaun vs Samuel Pagny (2004) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Michel Salaun vs Samuel Pagny?
The game opened with the Indian Defense: Knights Variation (ECO A46).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michel Salaun vs Samuel Pagny, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.