Praggnanandhaa R vs. Artemiev,Vladislav - CCT Chessable Masters Playoffs 2025 1/2-1/2
In the game between Praggnanandhaa R and Artemiev,Vladislav in the CCT Chessable Masters Playoffs 2025 on February 18, 2025, the move b5 by Black stands out. The move misses an opportunity to capture a strategic outpost that could have further complicated White's position. Instead, it allows White to maintain control over this key area, potentially limiting Black's future development options. However, by playing b5, Black does develop one of their pieces for active play, giving them the chance to launch counter-attacks and challenge White's central dominance. This move shows a willingness to engage in open play, but its execution might have been better served if it focused more on securing key outposts or developing other pieces simultaneously.
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[Date "2025.02.18"]