In the game between Fabiano Caruana and Alexey Sarana during the Main Event on July 31, 2024, Caruana's move Bb2 was multifaceted. While this move resulted in the loss of material in exchange and left the bishop without defenders, it also positioned the bishop more actively, advancing it along the long diagonal. This aggressive placement, however, came at the cost of missing an opportunity to push a passed pawn and failing to defend an unprotected piece. Despite sacrificing the bishop unnecessarily, the move created a pin on one of Sarana's pieces and contributed to Caruana's active play. However, Caruana missed the chance to develop another piece, which could have further bolstered his position. Overall, the move Bb2 was a blend of strategic activity and tactical oversight.
[Date "2024.07.31"]