Krishnasai Ramesh Vandanapu vs. Chakravarti,K.. - 2nd Namma Bengaluru Open-B 2025 1-0
In the 2nd Namma Bengaluru Open-B 2025 chess match on April 12, 2025, between Krishnasai Ramesh Vandanapu playing with white pieces versus Chakravarti,K playing with black pieces, White's move Qh8+ was made. This move ignores a strong threat in favor of a more reactive approach. It forces Black to respond by moving one of their pieces.
The move also fails to maximize the potential of the bishop on h-file, instead focusing on developing the queen. Furthermore, it misses an opportunity to capture a strategic outpost that could have given White a long-term advantage. However, this move does gain a tempo advantage over the game, allowing White to take control of the center.
Additionally, Qh8+ pins Black's piece against the more valuable one, creating a tactical threat that must be addressed. The move also sets up a fork, attacking multiple pieces at once and forcing Black to choose which piece to save. Despite its flaws, this move does develop the queen in an active role, preparing it for further play.
However, it could have been more effective if White had focused on developing their bishop mobility instead of neglecting its full potential.
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[Date "2025.04.12"]