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This chess game between Sergey Validov (1882) and Vladimir Smertin (2026) was played and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Sergey Validov vs Vladimir Smertin?
Sergey Validov vs Vladimir Smertin finished 1-0, a win for Sergey Validov.
What opening was played in Sergey Validov vs Vladimir Smertin?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (ECO E94).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Sergey Validov vs Vladimir Smertin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.