Few chess games have ever been as sharp as this battle between Soviet correspondence grandmasters Kopylov and Korelov. In a unique opening variation, Kopylov pushes his opponent, but resourceful defense forces him to commit material, ultimately a bishop to sustain his attack. After driving his opponent to the opposite side of the board, can he checkmate?
Chapters:
0:00 Introducing
0:30 The Nimowitsch Variation
4:23 A Shocking Pawn Break
6:46 Good Defense
9:00 Trading A Bishop For A King Hunt
10:41 The Checkmating Attack
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