Ilia Smirin vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

FIDE World Blitz Ch, 2013 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (B93).

Ian Nepomniachtchi27170

Ilia Smirin26631

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Game details

White: Ilia Smirin (2663)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2717)
Result: 1–0
Event: FIDE World Blitz Ch
Year: 2013
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (B93)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ilia Smirin (2663) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2717) was played at FIDE World Blitz Ch in 2013 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (B93). 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 Ilia Smirin vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Ilia Smirin vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2013) finished 1–0, a win for Ilia Smirin.

What opening was played in Ilia Smirin vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Amsterdam Variation (ECO B93).

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