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This chess game between Mikhail Smolskiy (2025) and Nikolay Kazakov (1990) was played in 2008 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense: Exchange Variation (C01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mikhail Smolskiy vs Nikolay Kazakov?
Mikhail Smolskiy vs Nikolay Kazakov (2008) finished 0-1, a win for Nikolay Kazakov.
What opening was played in Mikhail Smolskiy vs Nikolay Kazakov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO C01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mikhail Smolskiy vs Nikolay Kazakov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.