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The Najdorf Sicilian, with GM Ben Finegold

August 24, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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Grandmaster Ben Finegold presents a lecture on the Najdorf Sicilian defense. The session analyzes historical games played between notable grandmasters, including Bobby Fischer and Miguel Najdorf, as well as Vassily Ivanchuk versus Veselin Topalov and Peter Leko against Peter Svidler. This instructional video is well-suited for chess players interested in learning classical opening strategies and master-level tactical ideas within this specific variation.

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The Najdorf Sicilian, with GM Ben Finegold
Recorded on July 22, 2026 in Roswell, GA

Games:
05:42 Bobby Fischer - Miguel Najdorf, Olympiad 1962
23:10 Vassily Ivanchuk - Veselin Topalov, Sofia Masters 2009
36:02 Peter Leko - Peter Svidler, Linares 2007

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Intro and concluding music: “Da Jazz Blues,” by Doug Maxwell; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mopxtd1dZM. Thank you Doug!

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