Game of the Week 12/52
This week’s Game of the Week comes from a Najdorf Sicilian, where White played an unusual central piece sacrifice. White converted the advantage with precise play, and the analysis of alternative lines provides useful strategic and tactical ideas. A game full of instructive motifs, worth studying.f you’re here to sharpen your skills and really work on your chess, try solving the next 5 positions before diving into the analysis. But if you’re just here for fun and want to enjoy the game, feel free to scroll straight to the full breakdown. Have fun!
WHITE TO MOVE. Evaluate the position after Nce2 d5.
WHITE TO MOVE. Analyze Nb6 and evaluate its consequences
BLACK TO MOVE. Make a decision between A) Qd8 and B) Nxb6
WHITE TO MOVE. Find the best continuation for White and assess the position
WHITE TO MOVE. Find the best continuation
The game was played in round 5 of 19th Tashkent Open "Agzamov Memorial" 21. 3. 2026
between GM Uskov (2521) and GM Idani (2615)
Thanks so much for following along! I hope you enjoyed the game and the key lessons it offers. If you have an idea for Game of the Week feel free to send me a message on Lichess. I’d love to hear your suggestions!
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