Petrosyan,Manuel vs. Podolchenko,Evgeniy - 3rd Maharashtra GM Open 2025 1/2-1/2
In the 3rd Maharashtra GM Open 2025 event on April 21, 2025, Petrosyan played Nxe5 with white pieces against Podolchenko with black pieces. This move is a decisive blow that aims to win material by putting pressure on Black's position. By removing the attacking pawn from the board, White eliminates potential threats and gains a significant advantage.
The game also features an equal trade of material, as Black will likely respond with Nf6, neutralizing White's material gain but not addressing the underlying strategic issues. Furthermore, this move leaves Podolchenko's knight without defenders, significantly enhancing its influence on the board.
However, it is worth noting that this aggressive pawn push comes at the cost of a missed rook connection opportunity, as White fails to coordinate their rooks effectively. Moreover, by not utilizing the rook connection, White neglects a chance to further complicate the position and put pressure on Black's position from multiple angles.
Additionally, this move also misses the opportunity to escape potential attacks from Black, which may have been more favorable than engaging in an all-out material battle. Nevertheless, it does develop Petrosyan's piece for active play, showcasing White's intention to take the initiative and dictate the pace of the game.
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[Date "2025.04.21"]