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Kuna,Ralf-Michael vs. Tikzhanov,Yerlan - FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025 1-0

In the FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025 event on 2025.02.19, player Kuna made the move Re8 played by black, which allows the opponent to kick their rook away from a potentially strong pawn. By playing this move, Kuna's rook captures an open file, gaining a significant advantage in the endgame. However, Kuna also fails to capture the open file with their own piece, allowing Tikzhanov to maintain control of the file. Furthermore, by not capturing the more valuable piece, Kuna misses a better opportunity for advancement and development. Despite this, Kuna does develop their rook for active play, preparing it for potential future movements.
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[Date "2025.02.19"]