Makhnev,Denis vs. Skotheim,Andreas - Fagernes Chess GM-Swiss 2025 1/2-1/2
In the Fagernes Chess GM-Swiss 2025 event on April 13, 2025, between Denis Makhnev playing with white pieces versus Andreas Skotheim playing with black pieces, Denis made a move that has been analyzed as follows: The move Ra1 threatens to gain material advantage by putting pressure on the opponent's position. However, it also sets up an opportunity for equal trade of pawns and pieces. Unfortunately, it doesn't reveal any attacking threats on the piece placed on square Ra1. This move forces Andreas Skotheim to respond with a piece development, which can be seen as an attempt to counter-attack. A more optimal choice might have been to use Andreas' knight, but Denis chose instead to develop his queen for active play.
D
D
D
[Date "2025.04.13"]