Featured in this analysis is the game between Magnus Carlsen and Nijat Abasov from the 2023 FIDE World Cup. The opening is a Sicilian Defense, Rossolimo Attack where Carlsen gambits a pawn by move 7. Carlsen’s play in this game resembles the strategies employed by the neural networks Alpha Zero and Leela Chess Zero. This resemblance is particularly evident in how one of Abasov’s pieces loses its effectiveness. Carlsen’s Rg1, akin to the Freak Attack in the Sicilian Najdorf, serves as a reminder to Abasov that his intact kingside structure may not provide the black king a safe haven. Carlsen’s gambit in this game is an excellent example for deep strategic play that provides one with multiple forms of long-term compensation.
Magnus Carlsen vs Nijat Abasov, 2023 FIDE World Cup
Question 2 of 3: How should black reply to 10. Bb2?
https://lichess.org/study/CuawoDiY/1vnPiMb4#19
Question 3 of 3: What is black's best reply?
https://lichess.org/study/CuawoDiY/HI9kSv36#67
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