Koneru,Humpy vs. Kosteniuk,Alexandra - FIDE Women GP Monaco 2024-25 1/2-1/2
In the FIDE Women's Grand Prix Monaco 2024-25 event on February 21, 2025, White player Koneru Humpy made a move that showcased her strategic thinking: Qb3. This move puts pressure on Black by threatening to capture material, but it could have been strengthened by revealing the attack on her piece earlier in the game. However, by choosing Qb3, Humpy creates an opportunity for future rook development and sets up the potential for synergy between her rooks. Instead of focusing on a more direct approach, she seems to be overlooking a better chance to connect her rooks for greater mobility and flexibility. Furthermore, by playing Qb3, Humpy is neglecting the possibility of advancing another piece at that moment. By not developing this piece, she is also missing an opportunity to improve her overall position and prepare for active play later in the game.
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[Date "2025.02.21"]