Sergey Karjakin vs Pavel Smirnov
World Blitz Qualifier, 2011 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51).
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Game details
- White
- Sergey Karjakin (2776)
- Black
- Pavel Smirnov (2523)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World Blitz Qualifier
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51)
About this chess game
This chess game between Sergey Karjakin (2776) and Pavel Smirnov (2523) was played at World Blitz Qualifier in 2011 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (B51). 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 Sergey Karjakin vs Pavel Smirnov?
Sergey Karjakin vs Pavel Smirnov (2011) finished 1–0, a win for Sergey Karjakin.
What opening was played in Sergey Karjakin vs Pavel Smirnov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation (ECO B51).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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