Song,Yuxin vs. Lesbekova,Assel - FIDE Women World Blitz 2024 1-0
In the FIDE Women World Blitz 2024 event on December 30, 2024, Song Yuxin played a notable move that has raised questions among chess enthusiasts. The move in question was Qxh5, where White captured Black's queen, leading to a significant material exchange.
White's decision to sacrifice a powerful piece appears to be driven by the desire to gain tempo advantage. By removing the Black queen from the board, White aims to force Lesbekova into making a difficult response.
However, it is also possible that Song Yuxin was too focused on active play and development, rather than careful defense. The move does not seem to have provided adequate protection for the exposed queen, suggesting that better defensive measures could have been employed.
The choice of Qxh5 has left some observers wondering if a more conventional approach would have been more prudent. Despite the initial gains, it remains to be seen whether this decision will ultimately prove beneficial or detrimental to White's chances in the game.
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[Date "2024.12.30"]