Please don't listen to what some people say and ever put an engine bar in your videos! We come for and appreciate the mortal beauty of chess in your analyses
Just a quick anecdote on why I think Agadmator may be one of the greatest chess visionaries of our time. When he started promoting Pragg's games, there were quite a few snide remarks here in the comment section. At that time, Pragg was in the 2650+ range and 88th in the world. In fact he was behind the remaining three (at that time) teens of Indian chess (Arjun, Gukesh, Nihal) by quite a margin. Fast forward to today and he is in the top 10 and appears to be getting stronger all the time. Clearly Agadmator saw something many others didn't (including me). Hoping to continue to marvel the glory of great chess play and great narration on this channel for many more years to come.
Watching Agadmator's videos everyday will improve your chess skills greatly, he's the best teacher at it. The grandmasters may play better, but He teaches better.
I realize Fabi lost this game but he always amazes me with his subtle queen moves. He slides it one square over to E8 only so he can get it into the game with a subsequent move to H5. It's just amazing to watch. You should slip in some mini pause the video moments for subtle moves like this, because it really is amazing to watch and think about.
Long before most on this channel were even born, Reshevsky was a firm believer of making his opponents work for their meal. When he continued in a lost position, Botvinnik says 'Further "Resistance" is hopeless'. After falling into a trap against Keres, in AVRO, losing a piece for 2 Pawns he continued playing. After losing his Queen for 2 minor pieces in a Sicilian against Fischer, he continued playing. To be fair, it must be said, anything can happen, since most mortals cannot predict the future. During a game in Capablanca Memorial (Fischer had to play remotely with Teletype) a player in a lost position, instead of resigning, sealed his move, his opponent did not return, having died of heart attack!
The computer engines have spoiled the players and the viewers. Those games are "drawn" only with perfect play, but humans are not computers that is why Magnus sometimes can still "squeeze water out of stone" out of these "drawn" endgames.
1300 here with a question. Why at 5:55 shouldnt white move f4 instead of f3 after blacks Re8? Before this my thought was to move the kin to f3 to attack the knight so thats why i said f4 first instead of f3. Besides a break away pawn on the left side of the board, that i feel like would be easy to counter; Id love to hear your thoughts.
Then you commit a pawn to defend a knight on an end game where knight should move around. You doom your own knight to become passive center piece. Its okay for middle game but for end game... Too passive
Great game and awesome narration, as usual! The always gentlemanly Antonio reveals his chess darkside/killer instinct from about 15:00 to 15:10. If I ever play you Agadmator and if I'm not winning decisively (as if!) I'm quitting at 14 minutes and 59 seconds to spare myself being ground into dust :^). Best wishes always from a long time subscriber and benefactor of your channel. Peter
"Rooks are drawish pieces, but knights are tricky bastards." - such a deep quote for endgames with a one pawn difference! Beautiful endgame by Pragg! Looking forward to seeing him as World No. 1 sometime not too far ahead.
@6:10 why did not he capttre on b5 and attack the night so that. e2 pawn can be saved bypusing it to e3 Moreover b pawn is pass pawn I dont understand?
Fabi and Magnus is both already "old" engine style player. Nowadays younger player like gukesh, prag, is playing "newer" engine style move that is AI based. More daring, more brilliancy.
At 2:00. Fabian has 3 pawn islands, a less secure King, and a Bishop w/ no targets. I assume this is Praggs prep but is this really the position Fabi wanted?
Not looking good for Fabi. He's going to lose again today to Hikaru. Then he faces Magnus last round. So there's two losses there. He'll beat Ding again. As a Fabi fan it's painful to see my guy doing poorly.
when i see the top20 i ask myself, if a top 10 terminology does even makes sense anymore? especially around the tenth spot with lets say 2750 as the middle its 7 players, maybe 8 with max 10 elo points difference.
As Agadmator is my favorite chess youtuber, I'm really disappointed that he is late at Norway chess coverage. Yesterday we had three decisive games and I had to watch Gotham to know what's going on 😢😢
Please don't listen to what some people say and ever put an engine bar in your videos! We come for and appreciate the mortal beauty of chess in your analyses
Absolutely... Perfect request...
Agreed
Dunno, having engine is fine.
@@saggiteightyfour8367 its annoying to quickly judge how the current position is based on the engine bar cause my brain auto focus on it🤧
@@saggiteightyfour8367 Ahha!😡....guess we caught the A.I. sneak in' the threads having an opinion with HUMAN concerns...
Excellent to watch Pragg's star rise.
15:01 "If you're up a pawn, you know it's a draw, don't give it to your opponent - make him suffer for two hours."
Ouch!!!!!
Also, if the opponent has an important date at the bar or the library, they might have to forfeit if the game goes on too long!
Just a quick anecdote on why I think Agadmator may be one of the greatest chess visionaries of our time. When he started promoting Pragg's games, there were quite a few snide remarks here in the comment section. At that time, Pragg was in the 2650+ range and 88th in the world. In fact he was behind the remaining three (at that time) teens of Indian chess (Arjun, Gukesh, Nihal) by quite a margin. Fast forward to today and he is in the top 10 and appears to be getting stronger all the time. Clearly Agadmator saw something many others didn't (including me). Hoping to continue to marvel the glory of great chess play and great narration on this channel for many more years to come.
Anand still being that high after all these years is amazing. It wouldn't surprise me if Prag is world champion one. day. Cheers.
Prag's endgame in this match (and also against Magnus Carlsen) was Magnus Carlsen like. 👌
Following his master's footsteps. Pragg is showing magnus aura from past few years
@@namikazeswapnil671 He should be. Don't wait Magnus to retire to be the best. Beating the best as number 1 is the greatest achievement he can get
Watching Agadmator's videos everyday will improve your chess skills greatly, he's the best teacher at it. The grandmasters may play better, but He teaches better.
don't forget danya
Maybe if ur 500 rated
@@djdjdjwjhehdi Of course, but I find agamator's methods more practical for everyone. Danya is more of a master+ teacher.
@@evilmonarch6721 What is your rating? I'm a master at this game.
@@robincormier9935very funny😂 You are no master
Praggnanandhaa the Giant slayer...🔥🔥
Pragg himself is a giant now
Cringe
@@higherbeingXSo now...he MUST fall on his queen..and slay himself...😙
Yeah but Gukesh did it when it counted. Just like when Ponomariov defeated Ivanchuk at the critical moment.
I realize Fabi lost this game but he always amazes me with his subtle queen moves. He slides it one square over to E8 only so he can get it into the game with a subsequent move to H5. It's just amazing to watch. You should slip in some mini pause the video moments for subtle moves like this, because it really is amazing to watch and think about.
00:00 you had us at hello.
Great endgame technique by pragg, even under time pressure
Yeah, commentators expected a blunder from Pragg rather than Fabi !
Pragg is doing so good recently.
Long before most on this channel were even born, Reshevsky was a firm believer of making his opponents work for their meal. When he continued in a lost position, Botvinnik says 'Further "Resistance" is hopeless'. After falling into a trap against Keres, in AVRO, losing a piece for 2 Pawns he continued playing. After losing his Queen for 2 minor pieces in a Sicilian against Fischer, he continued playing. To be fair, it must be said, anything can happen, since most mortals cannot predict the future. During a game in Capablanca Memorial (Fischer had to play remotely with Teletype) a player in a lost position, instead of resigning, sealed his move, his opponent did not return, having died of heart attack!
The computer engines have spoiled the players and the viewers. Those games are "drawn" only with perfect play, but humans are not computers that is why Magnus sometimes can still "squeeze water out of stone" out of these "drawn" endgames.
Super lad....we wish him all the Best to scale new heights...
Pragg we root for you🎉🎉. Keep going.. all the best. My goodwill be with you
“A whole lot of horsing around!” How does he say that with a straight face?!
😂 Great deadpan delivery by Agad.
😂😂
Ding Liren's present form is confirming that Gukesh D is going to be crowned as the youngest World Champion ever !!!
Never underestimate ding, he was nowhere in candidates and was underdog in championship against nepo.. he is a fighter
Currently he is fighting his depression@@sbramp
@@sbramp I agree. Although Ding hasn't had a great time as champion he proved that he has the temperament to win under pressure.
Please do not fall on the trap of overconfidence. There is still five months time left for that match to take place.
Gukesh won't be taking his spot lol
Praggu is on a tear!
Nice endgame by Pragg coming through a mistake could’ve easily been made but he was flawless Fantastic Thanks for the Game
@agadmator Awesome work on covering the tournament
Sorry something weird happening downstairs. Me too Agad. Me too
Me too. Maybe it's last night's curry.
(ADDED: *bends over* "Sorry about that!")
Ding Liren is playing everyone, Gukesh better come prepared. He may find a vicious and crafty world champion. No one currently knows his prep
Praggu🔥🔥
I was a believer in Pragg in the candidates, I'm a believer in him going forward!
Hats off to agadamador for such amazing content
Brilliant game by Prag!!! ❤
Just was waiting for this video
Never clicked a video so fast
Thanks for the analysis agad. Bravo
proud❤🔥❤🔥
Good. Game! Nice Stradagy! Great Chess! Many. Thanks. Sir🎈
1300 here with a question. Why at 5:55 shouldnt white move f4 instead of f3 after blacks Re8? Before this my thought was to move the kin to f3 to attack the knight so thats why i said f4 first instead of f3. Besides a break away pawn on the left side of the board, that i feel like would be easy to counter; Id love to hear your thoughts.
Then you commit a pawn to defend a knight on an end game where knight should move around. You doom your own knight to become passive center piece. Its okay for middle game but for end game... Too passive
Passive chess is pretty much losing always.
Lol at a casual day in Russia… two players playing top moves before engines existed.
We need a chess tournament called "Capture Fest"
Great game and awesome narration, as usual! The always gentlemanly Antonio reveals his chess darkside/killer instinct from about 15:00 to 15:10. If I ever play you Agadmator and if I'm not winning decisively (as if!) I'm quitting at 14 minutes and 59 seconds to spare myself being ground into dust :^). Best wishes always from a long time subscriber and benefactor of your channel. Peter
I remembered Hans nieman said .. 😂😂 chess speaks it self 😂😂
you remembered wrong.
Haha @@nononsensegames
Magnus will probably win this tournament.
Nah
Hikaru
Hu knows. I am not Hu but i am sure there are many in China.
@@vipulgupta He Hu makes meme out of chinese names is doing it Wong.
Praggnanandha is luffy here 😅
Yeeeaahhh go Pragg!!
On 11:19 black can sac a knight and after white takes it on g4 black can play Kg5 and attack both N and pawn. That leads to draw.
"Rooks are drawish pieces, but knights are tricky bastards."
- such a deep quote for endgames with a one pawn difference!
Beautiful endgame by Pragg! Looking forward to seeing him as World No. 1 sometime not too far ahead.
Like I commented quite a long time ago...Prag will be world champion one day and at this rate he'll be making it look easy when he does it
Pragggg❤
How candidates are selected for each tournament?
Why gukesh is not playing this tournament
06:53 - there are medications for that, my guy.
Don’t know if I’m the only one liking Antonio just becoz the “sorry, something weird happened downstair” it’s so engaging omg🎉
9:20 horsing around
Congrats Prag. First time we have three super GMs in top 10.❤
Super GMs is a term normally used for players with elo rating above 2700. India have at present 5 players rated above 2700.
Hey Agad, you left the quote hanging from the previous video.
He is throwing the shade HARD
Probably he recorded the video yesterday...
I'd keep a quote like that for at least a month 😂
Nice. Thx.
@6:10 why did not he capttre on b5 and attack the night so that. e2 pawn can be saved bypusing it to e3 Moreover b pawn is pass pawn I dont understand?
It still want the bar, you asume i dont understand..........but for me its makes is more exiting.
These endgames are frigging brutal!
#suggestion I personally think winner in thumbnail slightly ruins the gradual suspense, love the narration.
Anyone know what Agadmator does when he says "Sorry about that..." and thenreaches below the table to do something?
1:38 you couldve mentioned if magnus won with putting knight on c3 vs fabi
Feel sorry for fabi. Loses twice because of one mistake very late in the game
6:50 and it was in this position that something weird happened downstairs
that quote is so savage
Fabi and Magnus is both already "old" engine style player. Nowadays younger player like gukesh, prag, is playing "newer" engine style move that is AI based. More daring, more brilliancy.
At 2:00. Fabian has 3 pawn islands, a less secure King, and a Bishop w/ no targets. I assume this is Praggs prep but is this really the position Fabi wanted?
Prag s endgame is very good..he makes very few mistakes in endgames..here he almost squeezed water from stone..like Carlsen
Fabi is the chess equivalent of a flat track bully in cricket.
Great game
We, The People, hereby thank thee for not putting the Engine evaluation bar on your videos!!
Wat a fantastic chase 🎉🎉🎉
Not looking good for Fabi. He's going to lose again today to Hikaru. Then he faces Magnus last round. So there's two losses there. He'll beat Ding again. As a Fabi fan it's painful to see my guy doing poorly.
Pragg is Pure Chess
I prefer strange noises from downstairs to an engine bar.
10:48 - what is wrong with king to g6 ?
“That’s a lot of horsing around.”
Praggnannandhaa is a Promising Pupil and a Prodigy
Magnus WON against ali.
2 in a row
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9:35 After Kf7 how does it draw vs Kf5 or Ke5??
"Knights are tricky bastards.." too true.
After he says Something wierd happening downstairs, instead of Nc3, Fabi should have played Re7.
"A lot of horsing around"
Horsing around! Haw haw!
ah yes, another title that spoils the result straight from the start, gotta love it mate cheers
Please make a RUclips short of Arjun's recent miniature.
‘Knights are tricky bastards.’
Pragg is the Indian version of Bobby Fisher
when i see the top20 i ask myself, if a top 10 terminology does even makes sense anymore? especially around the tenth spot with lets say 2750 as the middle its 7 players, maybe 8 with max 10 elo points difference.
The white unicorn is rising
Agad... I will tell you either pragg , gukesh or Arjun will be world champion 🏆
Congrats 🎉 pragga
what is happening downstairs????
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As Agadmator is my favorite chess youtuber, I'm really disappointed that he is late at Norway chess coverage. Yesterday we had three decisive games and I had to watch Gotham to know what's going on 😢😢
He definitely is the best. But he is also a family man, and the difference in time-zones may affect his delivery.
@michaelsaili1384 I understand that, but on the other hand, I remember his great coverage of the candidates when all games ended after 3am in Croatia
Engine bar for engine games only.
Library and bar for human games.
#suggestion Oro vs Londono Lopez
I always wonder why you say "sorry about that" in most of your videos. What do you adjust?
Antonio why are you not including evaluation bars😊
About the top comment of Nakamura- I think Liren is saving his World Championship prep for the incoming World Championship
I think it in the same way.
He can still draw no need to lose
The little crab is still lucky. In a short time he will follow in Ding's footsteps... hahaha
Boom
I love your videos but why spoil the game in the title 😭
46th viedo if Pragg in this channel
Pragg is star in this channel 🎉
What is he doing at "sorry about that"?
15:11 or the opposite :)