Alexander Smirnov vs Vladimir Konovalov
Alexander Smirnov (41, IM, RUS) and Vladimir Konovalov (57, RUS) have met 4 times in classical OTB plus 22 rapid/blitz games. Smirnov leads the classical series 4–0 (0 draws). With current classical ratings of 2296 and 2097, the Elo model gives Smirnov a 72% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2296 vs 2097 (Δ +199)
With Alexander Smirnov as white
72% Alexander15% draw13% Vladimir
With Vladimir Konovalov as white
63% Alexander18% draw19% Vladimir
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Alexander Smirnov | Vladimir Konovalov | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2296 | 2097 |
| Peak rating | 2423 · Jun 2017 | 2122 · Jan 2017 |
| Peak age | 32 | 48 |
| World rank now | #4,142 | #16,122 |
| World rank peak | #1,732 | #15,312 |
| Federation rank now | #168 | #888 |
| Games (career, STD) | 431 | 143 |
| Months active | 218 | 201 |
| % white wins | 66% | 48% |
| % black wins | 55% | 45% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Alexander Smirnov
Vladimir Konovalov
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (26)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Alexander Smirnov
Vladimir Konovalov