When choosing an opening repertoire, there are days when you want to play for a win with Black, when you want to bear down on your opponent’s position with a potentially crushing attack. The Najdorf is perfect for just such occasions. Strategy, combinations, attack and defence, sacrifices and marvellous manoeuvres — exciting chess is all about the Najdorf!
Tonight we'll have a final look at the inspiring Olympiad. Last week I already considered having a look at Caruana vs Mamedyarov, but decided to look at MVL's sacrifices in the Najdorf instead. Tonight we'll have a closer look at this fantastic clash between the world's number 2 and 3.
Is the black passed pawn strong or weak?
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