Anand blasts the Caro-Kann

Featured is the game between Viswanathan Anand and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov from the 2019 Tata Steel Masters. The opening is a Caro-Kann Defense, Advance variation with 3…c5. Anand’s decision to exchange his d-pawn provides Mamedyarov with a natural target on e5. Anand’s 11th move influences black’s kingside structure and grants Mamedyarov the bishop pair. With Mamedyarov deviating from the “capture towards the center” principle, Anand must take care of his sensitive f2 square. Mamedyarov, having played the seemingly natural b6, must have been taken by surprise when the Tiger from Madras pounced decisively in response. Image of Viswanathan Anand courtesy of Lennart Ootes I’m a self-taught National Master in chess out of Pennsylvania, USA who was introduced to the game by my father in 1988 at the age of 8. The purpose of this channel is to share my knowledge of chess to help others improve their game. I enjoy continuing to improve my understanding of this great game, albeit slowly. Consider subscribing here on YouTube for frequent content, and/or connecting via any or all the below social medias. Your support is greatly appreciated. Take care, bye. :) ★ (affiliate link) ★ @/Chess-Network ★ TWITCH ★ TWITTER ★ FACEBOOK ★ PATREON ★ DONATE