Zarina Nurgaliyeva vs Mark Smirnov
Aeroflot Open A 2026, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (E44).
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Game details
- White
- Zarina Nurgaliyeva (2286)
- Black
- Mark Smirnov (2425)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Aeroflot Open A 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (E44)
About this chess game
This chess game between Zarina Nurgaliyeva (2286) and Mark Smirnov (2425) was played at Aeroflot Open A 2026 in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (E44). 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 Zarina Nurgaliyeva vs Mark Smirnov?
Zarina Nurgaliyeva vs Mark Smirnov (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Zarina Nurgaliyeva.
What opening was played in Zarina Nurgaliyeva vs Mark Smirnov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (ECO E44).
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