Ek Smirnova vs Mariya Yakimova

21. Moscow Women's Open, 2025 · Result 0–1 · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97).

Mariya Yakimova22411

Ek Smirnova21530

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Game details

White: Ek Smirnova (2153)
Black: Mariya Yakimova (2241)
Result: 0–1
Event: 21. Moscow Women's Open
Year: 2025
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ek Smirnova (2153) and Mariya Yakimova (2241) was played at 21. Moscow Women's Open in 2025 and finished 0–1. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97). 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 Ek Smirnova vs Mariya Yakimova?

Ek Smirnova vs Mariya Yakimova (2025) finished 0–1, a win for Mariya Yakimova.

What opening was played in Ek Smirnova vs Mariya Yakimova?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (ECO E97).

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