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Kasparov's Rossolimo Attack Crushes Kramnik in 26 Moves with 97% Accuracy

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Analyze a masterful chess game between Garry Kasparov and Vladimir Kramnik from the 1992 Immopar Rapid tournament in this 13-minute instructional video. Examine how Kasparov employs the Sicilian Defense Rossolimo Attack, strategically delaying the d-pawn advance while Kramnik opts for a fianchetto setup that contains a critical weakness. Discover how Kasparov identifies and exploits this positional flaw with remarkable 97% accuracy, demonstrating the devastating consequences when central control is compromised. Learn from this powerful example of tactical precision as the position rapidly deteriorates for Black, leading to Kramnik's defeat in just 26 moves. Study the complete game notation and understand the key strategic concepts that separate world-class players from amateur enthusiasts.

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Kasparov’s Rossolimo Crushes Kramnik in 26 Moves with 97% Accuracy

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