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Sadvakasov Wins in Philly |
By J.Shahade/Chris Bird | |
November 26, 2007 | |
After winning five games in a row at the National Chess Congress
(Philadelphia, Nov.23-25), GM Darmen Sadvakasov took a draw, to take
clear first by a full point. Here is his most important win, against GM Zviad Izoria in the penultimate round. In the following position, Darmen found a surprising way to simplify to a clear win: ![]()
Position after 33...Rd7. White to Move and Win.
1401 National Chess Congress (Philadelphia, November 23-25) Final Standings 1. GM Darmen Sadvakasov- 5.5/6 2-7- GM Ildar Ibragimov, GM Alexander Fishbein, IM Dmitry Schneider, IM Dean Ippolito, FM Thomas Barell and IM Jay Bonin- 4.5/6 Click here for complete standings in the Open section Photo Gallery by Chris Bird ![]()
Zviad Izoria: Relaxing or Playing?
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Darmen Sadvakasov.
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Shinsaku Uesugi
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Playing Hall
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Justin Sarkar
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Ildar Ibragimov
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