Instructive Miniature
Neat game against an undisclosed FM.
Time control was 10+0.
Lessons:
- Trapping/burying pieces on the queenside is a great way to gain a winning advantage without actually winning any material.
- When attacking, make sure to consider which defensive ideas your opponent might try! Sometimes stopping them is the key to finding winning tactics.
- Don't assume you have to castle! Sometimes the king remains safe in the center.
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