Safarli,Eltaj vs. Adhiban,B.. - Reykjavik Open 2025 1-0
In the Reykjavik Open 2025 on 2025.04.12, Safarli played Qc4, a move that proposes a potential equal piece trade with Black. This move forces Adhiban's hand in responding to the bishop's advance.
The Queen's bishop on c4 gains an initial tempo advantage as it quickly takes control of the center, putting pressure on Black's position.
By playing this move, Safarli creates a fork that simultaneously attacks two of Adhiban's pieces, making it difficult for him to defend against the bishop's invasion.
However, this aggressive play also misses the opportunity to retreat and escape potential counter-attacks by the opponent.
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[Date "2025.04.12"]