Valerij Smirnov vs Igor Ratkovich

BLR Ch, date unknown · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

Igor Ratkovich23200

Valerij Smirnov23781

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Game details

White: Valerij Smirnov (2378)
Black: Igor Ratkovich (2320)
Result: 1–0
Event: BLR Ch
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valerij Smirnov (2378) and Igor Ratkovich (2320) was played at BLR Ch and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Valerij Smirnov vs Igor Ratkovich?

Valerij Smirnov vs Igor Ratkovich finished 1–0, a win for Valerij Smirnov.

What opening was played in Valerij Smirnov vs Igor Ratkovich?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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