Liang,Awonder vs. Prithu Gupta - US Masters 2024 1-0
In the US Masters 2024 event on November 30, 2024, Black player Prithu Gupta played the move Qd4, a choice that raised eyebrows among chess enthusiasts. This move missed an opportunity to launch a strong attack, as it failed to threaten Liang's position effectively. Furthermore, by playing Qd4, Gupta allowed Liang's opponent piece to kick back and potentially gain a counterattack advantage. Unfortunately for Black, the move also denied Gupta the chance to escape Liang's impending attack or force an enemy move that could have shifted the balance of power in her favor. Nevertheless, Qd4 did develop one of Black's pieces, setting it up for active play in the game ahead.
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[Date "2024.11.30"]