Aleksandr Shimanov vs Andrey Gorovets
GM Aleksandr Shimanov (2578) · GM Andrey Gorovets (2394)
Aleksandr Shimanov and Andrey Gorovets have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Aug 2014 and the most recent in Oct 2026. Shimanov leads 6 wins to 1, with 3 draws (70% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (2 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Shimanov | Draws | Gorovets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimanov with White | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Gorovets with White | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Shimanov | Draws | Gorovets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Classical | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Shimanov | Draws | Gorovets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B21 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B21 | Sicilian: Grand Prix Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D02 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D41 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D51 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E62 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B07 | King's Pawn Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1-0 | Queen's Gambit Declined | Titled Tue 20th Oct 2026 |
| Apr 2025 | Andrey Gorovets | Aleksandr Shimanov | 0-1 | London System | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2025 | Andrey Gorovets | Aleksandr Shimanov | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Apr 2024 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1-0 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2024 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1-0 | Sicilian: Grand Prix Attack | Titled Tue Early |
| Oct 2023 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1-0 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | Titled Tue Late |
| Jul 2023 | Andrey Gorovets | Aleksandr Shimanov | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Jun 2018 | Andrey Gorovets | Aleksandr Shimanov | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | Las Vegas National Open |
| Jul 2016 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | 10th Philadelphia International Open |
| Aug 2014 | Aleksandr Shimanov | Andrey Gorovets | 1-0 | King's Pawn Game | US Masters Open |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Aleksandr Shimanov and Andrey Gorovets?
In 10 recorded games, Aleksandr Shimanov has 6 wins, Andrey Gorovets has 1 wins, and they have drawn 3 times.
How many times have Aleksandr Shimanov and Andrey Gorovets played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Aug 2014 to Oct 2026.
What openings do Aleksandr Shimanov and Andrey Gorovets play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (2 games), followed by the Sicilian: Grand Prix Attack (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.