Zhang,Kendrick Botong vs. Carlin,John D - XTX Markets London Masters 2024 0-1

In the game between Zhang Kendrick Botong and Carlin John D at the XTX Markets London Masters 2024 on November 30th, 2024, White played a notable move: Kg5. This move is characterized by ignoring a strong threat in favor of a more aggressive approach. It also misses an opportunity to develop one of his pieces and instead focuses on developing a piece for active play. The development of the knight highlights White's intention to take the initiative early on.

[Date "2024.11.30"]

[Round "3.27"]
[Event "XTX Markets London Masters 2024"]
[White "Zhang,Kendrick Botong"]
[Black "Carlin,John D"]
[Result "0-1"]
[WhiteElo "2011"]
[BlackElo "2235"]
[TimeControl "60"]
[Site "London"]