Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexey Smirnov
Botvinnik Memorial 2012, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Ernesto Inarkiev (2693)
- Black
- Alexey Smirnov (2416)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Botvinnik Memorial 2012
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ernesto Inarkiev (2693) and Alexey Smirnov (2416) was played at Botvinnik Memorial 2012 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexey Smirnov?
Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexey Smirnov (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ernesto Inarkiev vs Alexey Smirnov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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