Yuri S Balashov vs Valerij Smirnov
Kupreichik Mem GM 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Game details
- White
- Yuri S Balashov (2423)
- Black
- Valerij Smirnov (2261)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Kupreichik Mem GM 2018
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30)
About this chess game
This chess game between Yuri S Balashov (2423) and Valerij Smirnov (2261) was played at Kupreichik Mem GM 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30). 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 Yuri S Balashov vs Valerij Smirnov?
Yuri S Balashov vs Valerij Smirnov (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Yuri S Balashov.
What opening was played in Yuri S Balashov vs Valerij Smirnov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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