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Meng,Yihan vs. Kalinin,Nikita An. - FIDE WYCC O16 2024 0-1

In the match between Meng Yihan and Kalinin Nikita An during the FIDE World Youth Chess Championships U16 on October 31, 2024, the move Rb8 played by Black is noteworthy for several reasons. This move fails to capitalize on a chance to create a direct threat against White, missing an opportunity to exert pressure on the opponent. Additionally, it overlooks a superior tactical possibility that could have provided a more advantageous position. The move does not reveal an attack on any of White's pieces, thereby missing a strategic opportunity to gain material advantage. Furthermore, it disregards the potential of the knight's positioning, which could have been more effectively utilized in this situation. The move also neglects to seize a winning tempo that could have forced White into a defensive posture. While Rb8 does contribute to piece development for more active play, it ultimately misses several critical chances to enhance Black's position in the game.
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[Date "2024.10.31"]