Michael Backman vs Nikita Smirnov
2009 · Result 1–0 · Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65).
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Game details
- White
- Michael Backman (2141)
- Black
- Nikita Smirnov (1945)
- Result
- 1–0
- Year
- 2009
- Opening
- Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65)
About this chess game
This chess game between Michael Backman (2141) and Nikita Smirnov (1945) was played in 2009 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65). 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 Michael Backman vs Nikita Smirnov?
Michael Backman vs Nikita Smirnov (2009) finished 1–0, a win for Michael Backman.
What opening was played in Michael Backman vs Nikita Smirnov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (ECO A65).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Backman vs Nikita Smirnov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.