SURYA SEKHAR GANGULY

For a player of Nepomniachtchi’s tactical ability, committing so many blunders was unexpected.

At some point, Nepo (Ian Nepomniachtchi) was taking a bit of initiative. On a number of occasions, he avoided simplifications.

Nepo has played two games with the white pieces and he cannot be thrilled with what happened, but he shouldn’t be disappointed also with the outcome

World Champion countered Nepo with Morphy Defence, employing the Anti-Marshall variation.