Alexey Smirnov vs Pavel Ponkratov
European Rapid 2015, 2015 · Result 0–1 · Benoni Defense: Classical Variation, Czerniak Defense, Tal Line (A77).
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Game details
- White
- Alexey Smirnov (2455)
- Black
- Pavel Ponkratov (2604)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- European Rapid 2015
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Benoni Defense: Classical Variation, Czerniak Defense, Tal Line (A77)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alexey Smirnov (2455) and Pavel Ponkratov (2604) was played at European Rapid 2015 in 2015 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation, Czerniak Defense, Tal Line (A77). 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 Alexey Smirnov vs Pavel Ponkratov?
Alexey Smirnov vs Pavel Ponkratov (2015) finished 0–1, a win for Pavel Ponkratov.
What opening was played in Alexey Smirnov vs Pavel Ponkratov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Classical Variation, Czerniak Defense, Tal Line (ECO A77).
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