Santiago Avila Pavas vs Ilia Smirin

FIDE World Cup 2023, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Ilia Smirin25950

Santiago Avila Pavas24991

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Game details

White: Santiago Avila Pavas (2499)
Black: Ilia Smirin (2595)
Result: 1–0
Event: FIDE World Cup 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Santiago Avila Pavas (2499) and Ilia Smirin (2595) was played at FIDE World Cup 2023 in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Santiago Avila Pavas vs Ilia Smirin?

Santiago Avila Pavas vs Ilia Smirin (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Santiago Avila Pavas.

What opening was played in Santiago Avila Pavas vs Ilia Smirin?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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