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Merkouropoulos,Dionysios vs. Psarrakos,Theodoros - 16th Greek Youth Team-ch 2024 1-0

In the 16th Greek Youth Team-ch 2024 on November 29, 2024, between Merkouropoulos, Dionysios (white) and Psarrakos, Theodoros (black), the move Rb8 was played by black. This move allows for the development of the rook, which can potentially become a powerful piece in the game. However, it also comes at the cost of losing material. By moving the rook to b8, black blocks a potential attack from white and gains some defensive solidity. Unfortunately, this move misses the opportunity to better protect Psarrakos' underdefended pawn on c6. The move also fails to advance the dark-squared bishop, which could have been developed for more active play. Nevertheless, Rb8 helps to develop Psarrakos' piece, positioning it for further action in the game.
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[Date "2024.11.29"]