Peter Leko's Brilliant Defeat of the Najdorf

This chess analysis video showcases a brilliant game between Peter Leko and Ehsan Ghaem Maghami from the 2001 World Team Championship. Explore how Leko counters the Sicilian Najdorf, Polugaevsky variation with the move e5, targeting a pinned knight and opening the position for his better developed pieces. Witness Ghaem Maghami's critical error with his 17th move b4, which leads to a spectacular rook sacrifice calculated to perfection. The 13-minute analysis demonstrates how Leko's tactical brilliance forces a position where a queen falls with check, though it quickly returns to the board. Follow the complete game with move-by-move commentary from a self-taught National Master who breaks down the strategic concepts and tactical opportunities that arise in this fascinating encounter.