Karthikeyan,Murali vs. Mamedov,Edgar - 3rd President Cup-A 2024 1-0
In the 3rd President Cup-A 2024 chess match on November 23, 2024, between Karthikeyan (White) and Mamedov (Black), White made a provocative move h4, which can be seen as a misplaced attempt to exert pressure.
This move fails to capitalize on potential threats, as it overlooks the stronger attacking chance that could have been realized. By playing h4, White also fails to reveal an attack on one of their own pieces, leaving Black with little warning of impending danger.
Furthermore, by advancing the pawn to h4, White inadvertently opens up a pathway for Black to counter-attack and kick the piece off the board. This move also misses the opportunity for White to escape an impending attack from Black's forces.
Additionally, h4 can be seen as a premature development, as it diverts attention away from more strategic and long-term planning.
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[Date "2024.11.23"]