Ilia Smirin vs Pavel Ponkratov

Chigorin Memorial 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Pavel Ponkratov2589½

Ilia Smirin2685½

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Game details

White: Ilia Smirin (2685)
Black: Pavel Ponkratov (2589)
Result: ½–½
Event: Chigorin Memorial 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ilia Smirin (2685) and Pavel Ponkratov (2589) was played at Chigorin Memorial 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78). 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 Pavel Ponkratov?

Ilia Smirin vs Pavel Ponkratov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ilia Smirin vs Pavel Ponkratov?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).

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