Tikzhanov,Yerlan vs. Barron,Michael - FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025 1-0
In the FIDE WSTC Open 50 tournament on February 18, 2025, White player Tikzhanov played Qg4 against Black player Barron. The move is notable for missing a chance to launch an attack directly, instead opting to develop a piece without creating any immediate threats or capturing material opportunities. By playing Qg4, Tikzhanov also neglected to address the more pressing threat posed by Michael's position, allowing Barron to potentially counter-attack. Furthermore, this move allowed Black to kick the Queen away from potential attacking squares. The choice to develop the Queen for active play came at the expense of a more favorable material exchange with Black.
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[Date "2025.02.18"]