Game 7 of the world chess championship gave us one of the most dramatic moments in chess history. Ding Liren entered serious time trouble before the first time control after surprisingly choosing to play the French with Black. In the middlegame, Ding gave up the exchange for a pawn, and the Bishop pair with opportunities to get an advantage. The problem was that the position was complicated and Ding was burning a lot of time.
This was a really insightful piece. Reading this after 2 more games have past is good. Both players seem to really struggle with the pressure of this match. It's the thing any professional chess player wants to play for.
As the match goes on I'm glad Carlsen isn't playing because the drama is so good this time around.
Great work Martin and Benjamin. Our chess heroes are much more interesting when their mortality is on full display!
Yes! The question is if this is just a one off or was it carlsen who channeled this ironclad approach to the WCM for him and his challengers
This was a really insightful piece. Reading this after 2 more games have past is good. Both players seem to really struggle with the pressure of this match. It's the thing any professional chess player wants to play for.
As the match goes on I'm glad Carlsen isn't playing because the drama is so good this time around.
Thanks, Mike! It is definitely a completely different experience than the Carlsen era