Grigoryan,Karen H. vs. Sachi Jain - 2nd Namma Bengaluru Open-A 2025 1-0
In the 2nd Namma Bengaluru Open-A chess match between Grigoryan,Karen H. (white) and Sachi Jain (black), on April 10, 2025, Karen H. made a move with her knight to the e6 square.
This move threatens material gain as it puts pressure on the pawn structure. However, in doing so, it also loses material by opening up the d-file for potential attacks. Notably, Karen H. ignores the stronger threat posed by the attacking force on the black position.
By moving her knight to e6, she enhances her knight's influence and mobility within the center of the board. Unfortunately, this move fails to better escape from the impending attack, instead exacerbating the situation.
Furthermore, Karen H. misses an opportunity to defend the unprotected f7 pawn, which is under siege by a powerful attacking force. However, she does defend the attacked pawn e7, bringing it into a more secure position.
In particular, her knight's new placement on e6 makes it better defended against potential attacks. Unfortunately, this doesn't offer much protection for the previously underdefended f7 pawn. The move also fails to provide adequate defense for the unprotected piece at d8, which remains exposed and vulnerable.
Lastly, Karen H.'s knight development allows her to start playing more actively in the game.
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[Date "2025.04.10"]