Annotated by archduke_piccolo (2334): This was a species of training game for my opponent, who wanted to try out the Czech Benoni as a possible addition to his opening repertoire... A crazy-looking move to a beginner's eyes (well, it was to mine when I first saw it!), but the Benoni lines this move foreshadows are some of the most aggressive lines at Black's disposal. White's most dynamic response. Moves like 3.Nf3 or 3.e3 are… |
Annotated by charleshiggie (2222): So there are some more "spot the move" situations here. This was a lucky win for me, I should have dropped a pawn early on, but after that lapse, my forces swept forward to victory! So she plays into the Indian systems I reply with my usual She takes us into the Benoni systems I carry on with the main line and now it is a Czech Benoni I continue to develop This is still pretty standard She… |
Annotated by cstandenuk (1732): Cat and mouse until 19 Qc3 Black is creating space for me to get in behind the g & h pawns and attack his king side. Need a retreat for my bishop. Didn't see that one. Might as well take a pawn down with me. Time to throw caution into the wind Accepts the gift Clear the path for Qg5 Need to get black's Q away from the action Obliges Same for the bishop.… |