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Analyze a masterful chess game featuring 15-year-old Susan Polgar's brilliant tactical demolition of the Benoni Defense in just 22 moves against Peter Hardicsay from 1985. Witness how Polgar responds to Black's Bg7 with the precise Qa4+, then expertly exploits the weakened b-pawn after her opponent's counterattack. Follow the strategic progression as Black attempts counterplay on the kingside and center, only to see his plan backfire spectacularly. Study Polgar's methodical neutralization of threats before she launches a devastating attack against the black king, culminating in a beautiful tactical combination that showcases the future world champion's exceptional talent at such a young age.
Syllabus
15-Year-Old Susan Polgar Blasts the Benoni Beautifully in 22 Moves
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