Costa,Leonardo vs. Peng,Hongchi - SixDays Budapest GM-A 11-2024 1/2-1/2
In the game between Costa, Leonardo (white) and Peng, Hongchi (black), played on November 23, 2024, at the SixDays Budapest GM-A event, White's move Qd5 stands out as a notable choice. White sacrifices material in exchange for development and active play, but this comes at the cost of unnecessary piece loss.
By playing Qd5, White forces Peng to make a move, which could potentially weaken their position. However, it's worth noting that this move doesn't directly take advantage of any specific weakness in Black's position.
It also seems that White missed an opportunity to push their passed pawn, which might have led to a stronger initiative. Moreover, this move doesn't effectively defend against potential attacks on the queen, as it doesn't address any immediate threats.
On the other hand, playing Qd5 does develop White's piece for active play, showcasing their intentions to control the center and potentially create threats.
Ultimately, this move can be seen as a strategic decision by Costa, aiming to exert pressure on Peng's position while also developing his piece.
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[Date "2024.11.23"]