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Anatoly Karpov vs Garry Kasparov · 1985 · move 21.
Black’s pieces are active and the knight remains on d3. Which kingside pawn advance gains space and prepares further pressure?
In game sixteen of the 1985 world championship in Moscow, Kasparov’s active pieces made White’s extra central pawn difficult to enjoy. Study the knight’s influence and how the rooks acquire open lines. The tactical finish grows from restrictions imposed much earlier.
Before reaching for a move, identify the opponent’s immediate threat and the piece you most want to improve. Then compare checks, captures and quiet moves. The complete interactive lesson will let you test your answer without revealing the historical continuation first.
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