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Chess Classics You Must Know - Karpov vs Kasparov, Wch 1985, Game 16 - The Octopus Knight

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Overview

Dive into a comprehensive analysis of the classic chess match between Karpov and Kasparov from the 1985 World Championship, Game 16, featuring the famous "Octopus Knight". Learn from IM Sagar Shah as he breaks down this iconic game, offering insights and posing 10 test questions to reinforce your understanding. Explore key concepts such as opening strategies, pawn structures, and optimal piece placement, with a focus on the powerful knight that dominates the board. Gain valuable knowledge about when to push pawns on the flank and other critical decision-making processes in high-level chess. Enhance your chess skills by studying this pivotal game in chess history, complete with timestamps for easy navigation through different segments of the analysis.

Syllabus

Stream begins..
Starting of the game with little information about the game. .
Finally starting the game. .
Wake up alert by Sagar sir..
What is the name of this opening?.
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What is the name of this structure?.
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Third question (3) .
Forth question (4) .
Which term is used for such a knight? .
Fifth question (5) .
Sixth question (6) .
When it is the right time to push your pawns on the flank? .
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Seventh question (7) .
Eighth question (8) .
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Ninth question (9) .
Tenth question (10) .
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