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Zatonskih: A Draw Would be Unfair to Alice Lee | R11 #USChessChamps

October 21, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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During the eleventh round of the 2026 U.S. Women's Chess Championship, Anna Zatonskih visits the confessional booth. She discusses her game against Rachael Li, noting that a draw would hand Rachael the national title while impacting Alice Lee's tournament standing. This short feature will appeal to viewers interested in tournament drama and player perspectives from top-level national events.

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Anna Zatonskih enters the confessional during Round 11 of the U.S. Women’s Chess Championship 2026. Earlier, Anna was about to draw with Rachael Li, putting Rachael out of reach of Alice Lee, and giving Rachael the national title.

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