Mark Smirnov vs Ihor Samunenkov

30. Abu Dhabi Masters, 2024 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Modern Bc4 Variation (B35).

Ihor Samunenkov2517½

Mark Smirnov2315½

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Game details

White: Mark Smirnov (2315)
Black: Ihor Samunenkov (2517)
Result: ½–½
Event: 30. Abu Dhabi Masters
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Modern Bc4 Variation (B35)

About this chess game

This chess game between Mark Smirnov (2315) and Ihor Samunenkov (2517) was played at 30. Abu Dhabi Masters in 2024 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Modern Bc4 Variation (B35). 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 Mark Smirnov vs Ihor Samunenkov?

Mark Smirnov vs Ihor Samunenkov (2024) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Mark Smirnov vs Ihor Samunenkov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Modern Bc4 Variation (ECO B35).

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