Heim,Sverre vs. Prakken,Gerrit - FIDE WSTC Open 65 2025 1/2-1/2
In the FIDE WSTC Open 65 tournament on February 19, 2025, Sverre Heim played a move that caught Gerrit Prakken off guard - cxd5. This pawn capture threatens to gain material and eliminates one of black's attacking pieces, but it also misses an opportunity to reveal the attack on the knight that was about to be captured.
In addition, developing the piece does not take into account better mobility for the bishop or the possibility of forming a rook connection, instead opting for active play. This move allows Prakken to kick the pawn back, which is not ideal for White's position.
Furthermore, cxd5 just turned the pawn into a passed pawn without much strategic benefit, and it misses an opportunity to escape potential attacks that might have been prevented with more careful planning. Overall, this move seems to prioritize short-term gains over long-term strategic considerations.
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[Date "2025.02.19"]