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This chess game between Valery Smolianinov (2374) and Galina Nesterova (2028) was played at RUS-Cup10 in 1997 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Open (B32).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valery Smolianinov vs Galina Nesterova?
Valery Smolianinov vs Galina Nesterova (1997) finished 1-0, a win for Valery Smolianinov.
What opening was played in Valery Smolianinov vs Galina Nesterova?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Open (ECO B32).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valery Smolianinov vs Galina Nesterova, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.