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This chess game between Dmitry Smolin (2126) and Al Pavlov (2294) was played at FIDE Open in 2003 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Benoni Defense (A56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Dmitry Smolin vs Al Pavlov?
Dmitry Smolin vs Al Pavlov (2003) finished 0-1, a win for Al Pavlov.
What opening was played in Dmitry Smolin vs Al Pavlov?
The game opened with the Benoni Defense (ECO A56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Dmitry Smolin vs Al Pavlov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.