The fact that Carlsen didn't take his first win off of Nepomniatchi until 2016 makes this WC match that much more spicy. At the very least Ian won't have the same psychological pressure that the other challengers probably faced. Yes, he's playing at the highest event, and he hasn't been there, but he can think "Hey, I grew up with this guy, and we've been toe-to-toe ever since. Beyond that, I'm used to him. I played a million games against him when he was prepping for a previous World Championship Match." My guess? As opposed to the previous matches- where most games ended in draws, even in dynamic positions- this one is going to be a bloodbath. However it ends up, I'm waiting with bated breath. This next month is going to be hard.
Yea, I expect a bloodbath. Except that Magnus is going to kick Ian in that bloodbath. His form that he showed in the last few months is excellent, he just uses any smallest mistake his opponents make.
I would have made the mate with the other rook just to be sure not having any back rank issues. But obviously connecting rooks in the way that Daniel showed is more spectacular.
@@PowerPlayChess Thank you. It seems that then Black would have to play ...RxBc4 or else lose a whole Rook. But I would have preferred that as a note in the video.
“It’s a complicated position now…,” “It looks impressive…,” Thank you ever so much for the sophisticated analysis, you are eloquent and a talented instructor. It would help me, and perhaps others, to say a word or two more about why it’s complicated, or impressive. But, I’m an English literature instructor and not a chess master, so perhaps it’s only me who is behind the curve, and I suspect it’s self evident to others. In any event, much appreciated from across the pond, and with my very best regards. Carry on.
I was an English teacher and I was a USCF chess master for a short time and it's not so easy to answer this question convincingly until you've played or studied chess seriously, but merely paying attention to the entire board won't quite do it. My suggestion is to get a friend who who understands chess at your level (or maybe slightly better) and play the game out from where Daniel comments that it's complicated by alternating sides writing your moves down and then going over that analysist with that same friend (chessplayer). I personally only study chess now with Daniel King and then I sometimes play skittles without a clock. Another interesting idea is to calculate how many squares your (team) side's pieces can get to after each move as mobility of your pieces is always paramount. Since I went to England around 1970 I realize we are two countries divided by the "same" language.
Wow, didn't know that. But the fact that he managed to win the Candidates Tournament (full with monster) and now has the chance to be the world champion, I say he grow up extremely fine!
Dota 2 and Hearthstone actually didn't exist when Nepo was 16. They are from 2012 and 2014 respectively. Edit, Of course DotA TI 1 was in 2011, but then it was on closed beta.
@@danielfcastro So what? If you read carefully, you'll notice it was said: "Nepo started his cybersport career at 16", that doesn't mean "Nepo started playing Hearthstone at 16". He could have been playing AOE or CS at his 16s, then switch to Dota2 when it came out.
Well, to make a short stroll down the elo lane (ie 1800 on lichess in rapid): Get your pieces out in the opening, connect your rooks, know simple enough tactics (puzzle storm/rush/or however they are all called on different plattforms). That was enough for me.
Qd5 check, then Bxf5 on the next move, and the pin is back except now you're down an f pawn and white's queen is centralized, ready to gobble some pawns.
Along with e6, brownies with peanuts are also beautiful, chunky squares.
but hard to defend
@@eljanrimsa5843 LOL
Magnus has a little twist. Very true. Fine analysis. Thanks Daniel and keep up the good work.
Fabulous video Danny, really enjoyed your analysis.👍👍
And yes Daniel's take on games is always right on.
Danny I love your videos. Please post more! PS Also appreciate your commentary on recent tournaments. Hoping for more videos!
I immediately recall the end position from your powerplay DVD on checkmating pattern :D
I agree with your assessment of their respective styles!
Very instructive game! Thanks! Makes me wonder how Nepo plans to blunt Carlsen’s agressiveness.
The fact that Carlsen didn't take his first win off of Nepomniatchi until 2016 makes this WC match that much more spicy.
At the very least Ian won't have the same psychological pressure that the other challengers probably faced. Yes, he's playing at the highest event, and he hasn't been there, but he can think "Hey, I grew up with this guy, and we've been toe-to-toe ever since. Beyond that, I'm used to him. I played a million games against him when he was prepping for a previous World Championship Match."
My guess? As opposed to the previous matches- where most games ended in draws, even in dynamic positions- this one is going to be a bloodbath.
However it ends up, I'm waiting with bated breath. This next month is going to be hard.
Still a wc match. More important than rest of his carreer together. Carlsen will always have that advantage against any oponnent
Yea, I expect a bloodbath. Except that Magnus is going to kick Ian in that bloodbath. His form that he showed in the last few months is excellent, he just uses any smallest mistake his opponents make.
Thanks for the video!
I would have made the mate with the other rook just to be sure not having any back rank issues. But obviously connecting rooks in the way that Daniel showed is more spectacular.
Ty Daniel! I wonder what Nepo has learnt from these defeats
At 6:16 "the Knight is forced back." Really? What about ...Nb3 with a lot of things to calculate,
After ...Nb3 cxb3 Rxc3 Bc4 looks very unpleasant for Black
@@PowerPlayChess Thank you. It seems that then Black would have to play ...RxBc4 or else lose a whole Rook. But I would have preferred that as a note in the video.
“It’s a complicated position now…,” “It looks impressive…,” Thank you ever so much for the sophisticated analysis, you are eloquent and a talented instructor. It would help me, and perhaps others, to say a word or two more about why it’s complicated, or impressive. But, I’m an English literature instructor and not a chess master, so perhaps it’s only me who is behind the curve, and I suspect it’s self evident to others. In any event, much appreciated from across the pond, and with my very best regards. Carry on.
I was an English teacher and I was a USCF chess master for a short time and it's not so easy to answer this question convincingly until you've played or studied chess seriously, but merely paying attention to the entire board won't quite do it. My suggestion is to get a friend who who understands chess at your level (or maybe slightly better) and play the game out from where Daniel comments that it's complicated by alternating sides writing your moves down and then going over that analysist with that same friend (chessplayer). I personally only study chess now with Daniel King and then I sometimes play skittles without a clock.
Another interesting idea is to calculate how many squares your (team) side's pieces can get to after each move as mobility of your pieces is always paramount. Since I went to England around 1970 I realize we are two countries divided by the "same" language.
Ty
Watching this video in Leuven
Nepo started his cybersport career at his 16s. Lots of Heroes, Dota2, Heartstone had definitely deflected him from growing up in line with Carlsen.
yeah he still follows dota2
Wow, didn't know that. But the fact that he managed to win the Candidates Tournament (full with monster) and now has the chance to be the world champion, I say he grow up extremely fine!
Maybe he didn't know at 16 he wanted to do chess. Maybe he was also considering becoming a Dota2 professional.
Dota 2 and Hearthstone actually didn't exist when Nepo was 16. They are from 2012 and 2014 respectively.
Edit, Of course DotA TI 1 was in 2011, but then it was on closed beta.
@@danielfcastro So what? If you read carefully, you'll notice it was said: "Nepo started his cybersport career at 16", that doesn't mean "Nepo started playing Hearthstone at 16".
He could have been playing AOE or CS at his 16s, then switch to Dota2 when it came out.
Daniel what is wrong with f5 after Bg4? After Qd5 and Bxf5 at least black has Nf6?
As you say, Qd5+, Bxf5 wins a pawn for nothing. Black's position is a wreck. After ...Nf6 the white queen moves and that's the end of the story.
@@PowerPlayChess ok, thanks. Love your channel by the way
9:36
Why not f5?
Qd5+ I guess.
Probably Qd5+ and you're just dropping pawns
Qd5 also taking the pawn with Bf5
@@sachs8379 Doesn't the rook guard that pawn?
@@mooneulogy8717 The bishop is under attack, so black has gained a tempo. It must be better for black than what was played.
The N could also get to d2 via b3. Mind games.
Too bad the word is "Boom!" and not "Boom Boom" because John Lee Hooker recorded for Chess.
How can i get 2200, currently rated 1622...
Well, to make a short stroll down the elo lane (ie 1800 on lichess in rapid): Get your pieces out in the opening, connect your rooks, know simple enough tactics (puzzle storm/rush/or however they are all called on different plattforms). That was enough for me.
Why didn't Nepo just break the pin with Pf5?
Probably Queen D5 check and then Bishop takes F5
Qd5 check, then Bxf5 on the next move, and the pin is back except now you're down an f pawn and white's queen is centralized, ready to gobble some pawns.