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minutes before the start. So I had no opportunity to prepare.
generally believed that this line leads only to a draw, but for me (against
strong opposition) that would not be a bad result.
recommendation
-Svidler,P (2758) FIDE Candidates 2014 (4) 1-0
2018 (2) 1-0 With very strong attack.
interesting alternative, which needs deeper analysis
bad move, but I believe this is a huge mistake. It weakens the g6-pawn. In the
future White can break open Black's kingside with h4-h5 and f4-f5 plans. Black
shouldn't play on this part of the board - each move here can give White a
very strong attack.
choosing White, but the position is full of life for both sides
standard Grunfeld position. White is trying to create an attack on the
kingside, while Black is trying to win a few pawns on the queenside and
exchange as many pieces as possible, especially the rooks and queens. In
general, the game is very complicated and sharp, but with the pawn on h6,
White's play is faster.
White's attack. After ...c5-c4 Black also must take control of the d4-square
with ...e7-e5. In this situation it doesn't work.
to make needed exchanges.
very powerful center. White is better.
compensation.
return a pawn, but get files for the rooks.
missed his chance!
pieces and has a very powerful bishop. After
better, but a lot of work has to be done.
queenside. It is time to finish in the center!
repetition to show who is the boss here. :)
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