Tang,Benjamin vs. Akshat,Khamparia - Charlotte CC Fall IM-B 2024 1/2-1/2

In the game between Benjamin Tang and Akshat Khamparia at the Charlotte CC Fall IM-B 2024 event on November 23, 2024, Black's move g3 is characterized by ignoring a stronger threat in favor of advancing his passed pawn. This move effectively allows White to kick his opponent's piece out of the way with minimal resistance. Furthermore, by moving his pawn to g3, Akshat misses an opportunity to escape a potential attack that could have disrupted White's plans. Additionally, he fails to develop one of his pieces in a timely manner, hindering his overall development and mobility.

[Date "2024.11.23"]

[Round "2.3"]
[Event "Charlotte CC Fall IM-B 2024"]
[White "Tang,Benjamin"]
[Black "Akshat,Khamparia"]
[Result "1/2-1/2"]
[WhiteElo "2215"]
[BlackElo "2355"]
[TimeControl "5400+30"]
[Site "Charlotte"]