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There’s a reason all Grandmasters have it in their repertoire · Road to 2500, Game 76

December 17, 2024 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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The best defense against e4 in my opinion, is becoming more and more popular on top level, and almost every modern Grandmaster plays it either as a main or a surprise weapon.

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These are the stats after 76 games:
Starting rating: 2251
Current rating: 2275 (+24)
Current score: W 36, L 25, D 12, C 3
Days left: 378
Rating: 2275/2500

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