Alexander Khripachenko vs Ek Smirnova
Russian Chess Crown A, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Open, Howell Attack (C81).
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Game details
- White
- Alexander Khripachenko (2380)
- Black
- Ek Smirnova (2181)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Russian Chess Crown A
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Ruy Lopez: Open, Howell Attack (C81)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexander Khripachenko (2380) and Ek Smirnova (2181) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Open, Howell Attack (C81). 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 Alexander Khripachenko vs Ek Smirnova?
Alexander Khripachenko vs Ek Smirnova (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Khripachenko.
What opening was played in Alexander Khripachenko vs Ek Smirnova?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Open, Howell Attack (ECO C81).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alexander Khripachenko vs Ek Smirnova, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.