DUBOV VS. KARJAKIN: BEST CHESS GAME OF 2020?

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The Russian Championship Superfinal, an over the board classical tournament was held in Moscow from December 5-16. This is my favorite game of the event, between Daniil Dubov and Sergey Karjakin, who played against Magnus Carlsen for the World Championship in 2016.
GAME:
[White "Dubov, Daniil"]
[Black "Karjakin, Sergey"]
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Bc5 4. c3 Nf6 5. d4 exd4 6. b4 Bb6 7. e5 Ne4 8. Bd5 Nxc3 9. Nxc3 dxc3 10. Bg5 Ne7 11. O-O h6 12. Bh4 O-O 13. Re1 Qe8 14. Bb3 a5 15. Bf6 a4 16. Bc4 Ng6 17. Qd3 d5 18. exd6 Be6 19. Qxg6 fxg6 20. Rxe6 Qf7 21. Bxc3 Kh8 22. Re4 Qf5 23. Re7 Rg8 24. Bxg8 Rxg8 25. dxc7 Qc2 26. Be5 Bxf2+ 27. Kh1 Bb6 28. h3 Kh7 29. Re1 a3 30. Kh2 g5 31. Nd4 Qc4 32. Nf5 Qxb4 33. Rc1 Kg6 34. Rxg7+ Kxf5 35. Rxg8 Bxc7 36. Bxc7 Qb2 37. Rc5+ Ke4 38. Rd8
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[@regularguychannel2967]

That agadmator guy gives a much better breakdown. Remarkable game.

[@ajiteshjoshi2492]

Woww you got pinned😀

[@xsign1a]

then why are you here?

[@aumjena3121]

Even Gotham did a great job :/

[@bernardoalves3642]

Sorry about that

[@bhaveshdas7819]

Why did you have to say something so controversial yet so brave

[@eric-rosen]

Wow... this game gives the legendary XQC vs MoistCritical brilliancy a run for its money

[@GothamChess]

hi handsome

[@ashvantdaniel7194]

Nice!

[@onimawasashinderu7275]

Hahahahaha two ims having fun

[@hetsarsava6481]

Lol

[@gheccostwitchclips9711]

@@GothamChess stop flirting with people😂

[@gudyman]

Dubov playing Dubov variation Me trying the same thing : Dubious variation

[@Hybridman7]

XDD

[@JkennGG]

underrated comment lmfaoo

[@theanonymouslegion4811]

😂

[@jeremythomas4744]

Now i know karjakin for another losing game

[@yaminrashid980]

The dubov variation, or as dubov calls it; the variation.

[@GothamChess]

Instead of Delayed Evans Gambit, I really like the name "B4lenciaga Variation".

[@fieryfeends8227]

Gotta aim high for that custom piece of Balenciaga

[@LeonPapademetriou]

Yes! that's what it will be called henceforth. Now I'm wondering if this whole video was just the build up to that comment. Either way, worth it.

[@brodigy254]

It's definitely a better game Levy!

[@Loudjazz]

...a dubov gambit 😁

[@peaxtblackbird4135]

Bless you

[@damnerd]

Italian opening -> B4lenciaga Variation -> Botez Gambit -> Passed pawn -> Ladder Checkmate in the middle of the board. What a game!

[@alihijazi4451]

Botez Gambit 😆😆

[@deminoy6215]

That is a true "oh no my queen" moment, stunning move

[@benschmitt7035]

Call an ambulance But not for mee

[@ooDirtyMickoo]

i dont understand why that sac was immediately good. or even positionally good in the long run. white is so strong positionally before the sac. why is it even necessary? what does it necessitate? dedass the computers said it was even. and after gotham follows the moves at 7:19 w the black queen c6 move, he says its a relatively even game after all the trades. i dont get what it does?

[@jankot6187]

@@ooDirtyMickoo actually we shouldn't only look at computer evaluation, because the machine doesn't have something like "hard to play sytuation", and also it considers move human not even look at at depth over 20 moves. Personally I think this queen sacrifice helped him a lot with pressureing opponent.

[@ryanjansenbaranda8556]

Oh no, anyways

[@ooDirtyMickoo]

@@jankot6187 well sure, computers dont evaluate every scenario perfectly, but theyre partly telling. how is the pressuring especially better, or worth giving up the queen? i dont understand? like what does the sac do that he couldnt do otherwise?

[@martti7363]

Phrases like “pawn getting the police escort” is why I keep watching these lol

[@AnantKumarS]

@GothamChess note this

[@AHG1347]

Watching this video again after Karjakin threw shade at Dubov for helping Carlsen vs. Nepo in the 2021 Fide World Championship.

[@ataberk3539]

Just came here to write this but you did it, have a nice day.

[@sunwookim5046]

Same

[@seuoliva]

same here

[@Lukygus]

what happened?

[@AHG1347]

@@Lukygus The Russian National Team was upset that Dubov was on Magnus Carlsen's team instead of helping fellow Russian Ian Nepomnatchi.

[@bharathkinnal]

Daniil Dubov A man who Magnus Carlsen himself praised for being a fierce attacker that he can learn from.. A true playa over the board..

[@kamilchulakov]

Just after the game Daniil explained all lines, and he said that Sergey wanted to save his Queen to win, because he didn't want a draw (this was the only mistake).

[@96tyco]

Dubov hands down has the most entertaining games. He's our time's tal

[@MisaeShimamura]

I really like the sound of The Italian game: Dubov variation

[@hrudayaranjansahoo2781]

Indeed, it sounds cool!

[@manucalin8502]

The Italian game: Evans gambit delayed, Dubov variation 😂

[@teranyan]

russian gangster variation

[@manfrom20xx13]

@@teranyan now that's what an opening i'd like to play

[@adamya1639]

@@manucalin8502 The Italian game: Balenciaga gambit, Dubov variation

[@user-te7rf8ik7z]

It looks like Dubov trades his material for thin air, but then air checkmates opponents king

[@holysmokes6709]

Opponents King: "That air was thick and fearsome, don't mock me." When a GM "hangs" a piece it usually means you are about to get mated.

[@heli0s101]

There was a great interview with Dubov, where he specifically says he's not afraid of showcasing his prep and research in unimportant tournaments or games, because "by the time an important tournament comes around, half a year to a year later, he'll have thought of new ideas." This is showcased perfectly here. He's not afraid to rock the boat, throw stuff at the wall and see what sticks.

[@smrtfasizmu6161]

I have checked this game with an engine and the engine doesn't know when Karjakin went wrong, it just realizes that black is lost after black captures on f2 (Bxf2+) which is the best move recommended by the engine. It is insane how many engine moves both Dibov and Karjakin played in this crazy game. The engine first thought that after a5 black was better (-3) but then it changed its mind all the way to +0.5 evaluation.

[@gamessportsandmore3371]

This video might blow up in light of current events.

[@GMPranav]

You know a game is gonna be insane if Agad and Levy instantly make a video about it back to back.

[@keizan5132]

Everyone in the chess world is talking about this. It really is a historic game.

[@kuhelihalder4058]

This video should blow up after Karjakin Dubov controversy in World champion

[@hetsarsava6481]

11:39 levy just coined a term

[@kiIIuminati]

Dubov is the most creative chess player, more than a genius, an Artist !

[@ColHogan-bu2xq]

_"For some reason Kariakin decides to hang on to the Queen, goddam it..."_ Good one.

[@xgrizz8516]

This is why classical will always be interesting

[@mgb1905]

As much as I love Hikaru and respect Carlsen (talking about super GMs) I admire how creative Dubov is. If somebody will let him do his magic there is no way out.

[@SuperAlphabetagama]

I just finished watching your 1 and a half hour video on how to win and there's already another upload? Is it Christmas already?

[@George-sc4yh]

Me too!

[@matijaslat2100]

i still havent finished

[@readysetgear]

Just a random question : What does Singh mean in hindi?

[@manu-singh]

You wish!

[@readysetgear]

@@manu-singh so your last name is you wish???

[@vb_blokeboi7251]

When the Gotham title lives up to the content! Holy shit, that Queen sac, brilliant game, more recaps please!

[@ajl4878]

Dubov Gambit: Delayed Evans Counterattack

[@arcadeplayer9804]

Other players mission : take the first place Dubov : Lets defeat the no.1 and no.2 rank in the tournament and lets settle with 3rd place

[@hetsarsava6481]

Yesssss, another chess recap. Christmas coming early

[@RiAS___]

game was absolutely crazy. thanks for the content sir levy

[@vikramsingaraju7131]

Have been following ur videos for a long time now. You completely deserve ur subs. Continue the good work

[@danieluroz8659]

I was thinking about asking you about the game in the next stream, since I was watching the game live, and boom, delivered a great video. Easy to watch and follow, kudos sir

[@Jayydubbz761]

It's so refreshing to see a new "weird" and unconventional game all throughout. Very nice recap Levy

[@Lacross93]

But how savage is Dubov. Crazy, cheers Levy

[@randomslytherin2432]

I am so here for this dude's content. I need this type of productive energy in my life with the amount of quality content he's putting out. Entertaining. Highly educational. Levy always delivers. 💯🤙🏿

[@XENOGOD]

I LOVE YOUR PICTURE! we stan diane

[@namankhilrani8845]

"Cry-ane you nerd"- her brothers, probably

[@Semicolon42]

So gangster! Thank you for the recap.

[@wasekbillah8637]

Dubov is the name of inspiration in the engine era!!

[@jazzpayee]

Love your content dude!

[@Carlwatkins1984]

Great game, good to see some new moves. Both great players that are thinking outside the box.

[@quality147]

Great content, Levy. I really appreciate the PGN in the description; I immediately added this game to my collection.

[@gheccostwitchclips9711]

Only levy can make chess commentary this exciting

[@Bhaddis]

I think you are forgetting Agadmator

[@keizan5132]

Pepe Cuenca gets more excited, trust me xd.

[@heyck999]

I got really amazed by the game between timur gareyev and daniel naroditsky really complicated lines involved

[@user-ix9dy4eu9k]

My fav commentary of this game and trust me I was looking everywhere.

[@joan4861]

Love your reviews man!!!! Keep up with your humor and style, love it!

[@brentsarbon2551]

This match was incredible

[@josiahbrush4324]

Great game and great analysis! Thanks! 🎄

[@danielgerhardt1]

i would never have guessed this was an italian from the middle

[@12jswilson]

Jan Gustaffson said after he got done making his e5 chessable course that the Italian is actually a very vicious opening if you don't play the mainline c3 d3 ideas. He was using a pretty advanced version of Leela too. He also said that Leela proposed some new lines in the Marshall Attack that traditional engines didn't like with Leela saying there's enough long-term compensation.

[@dinkleberg794]

Khal Draco Is leela the best engine to use to discover new lines?

[@Zenith9132]

@@dinkleberg794 yes, stockfish is just a tactical monster and doesn't really relate to humans

[@user-it9kz5bb1y]

Me, a beginner that doesnt even know how squares are called trying to understand the positions: 👁👄👁

[@ryankelly3743]

Glad someone covered a game from this 👍

[@samuelbruyneel]

Due to the title I guessed it would be this game. Brilliant play by Dubov. From the Delayed Evan’s Gambit ‘till the end a rollercoaster of punches!

[@ucheodi9927]

am so happy i subscribed to this channel, this is what it looks like when a very good player explains chess games. For this year, the best chess channel so far. agadmator could take any other position.

[@jonathancastellanos2941]

I don’t know what was better the game or the commentary, great vid man.

[@taepro64]

Finally a super GM game with my favorite line of giuoco piano with d5

[@witamin6061]

A very nice watch Levy🙌🏼

[@Lireoec]

Hi Levy. Really loving the upload frequency.

[@isaactfa]

I know little to nothing about chess, but this was one of the most riveting games of any sport I've ever seen.

[@jackrankin1565]

all of dubov's games this tournament have been entertaining af

[@arnavkohli]

Hey levy great video as always got to learn great stuff. Please make a video on quantum chess it will be very interesting and fun for everyone. Great video

[@rijulbarot2195]

I was feeling low today and honestly this video made my day. Thanks Levy :)

[@jaimintrivedi2207]

DUBOV is so underrated. PS: Rajdabov's game was lit.

[@lolvonlolipopp]

The Dubov variation very exciting!

[@mormril]

That was such a fun game. You gotta feel great winning that one.

[@filippaic2440]

Dubov actually shits on everything I know about chess lmao

[@nahvee2907]

This was actually super nuts. Great game

[@divyashree9858]

what a beautiful game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love your content and vids Levy sir!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@djuffin]

There was a high level game in this line. Oleg Skvortsov vs Viswanathan Anand Exhibition Game (2017)

[@Alphabets1235]

Daniil Dubov can be a legend if he becomes more consistent

[@ondrejsveda9722]

I love Dubov and his attacking chess

[@rao9080]

Man that was amazing

[@bannann_aa]

Evaluation bar always makes things better. I know you are evaluating, but with that bar going up and down makes it even better.

[@Zenlollipop]

About 2:25, according to agadmator's video, if d5 exf6 dxc4, you now have b5 kicking the knight out, and the knight doesn't have the usual e7 square to retreat to. Black would either have to undevelop with Nb8 or go to the rim with Na5, and probably Karjakin wanted to avoid that position. Do you think there should be more than this to consider, or knowing this, would you say Karjakin was correct to move his knight to e4?

[@marks4178]

Beauty of a game

[@theazrael4423]

Magic in the clutch created over the board, no prep team and memorized computer lines. This one's for you Bobby. R.I.P

[@sulemanmemon66]

I'm kinda sad you are not streaming today your stream makes me laugh now I gotta sleep without laughing

[@clintongryke6887]

I thought the two 'breakdowns' complemented each other perfectly.

[@foxkingazod6767]

I love Danil's games alot!!!

[@rahulkelkar1246]

Stunning!

[@eddiegness]

Hey, Levy! Great content as always! I've always been envious of how chess masters can easily spot mate in 3 or even 4, sometimes even at first glace. Do you have a course or video that perhaps teaches players how to recognise these kinds of mating patterns? I think that'd be so helpful.

[@naymorningstar]

puzzles

[@christopherhall619]

Puzzles and more puzzles unfortunately

[@seasideman]

Wow, astonishing game!

[@jasonisrael8849]

Just for context - if Karjakin just drew the match, he would have won the entire championship!

[@peroh3408]

Saw dubov explaining that if karjakin didn't try to play for a win (trying to save his queen), he would've drew

[@L_G218]

This game was so insane I'm going to watch it again on agad's channel right now

[@onimawasashinderu7275]

Don't give up fight for the gm tag levy 👌👌

[@tusharkantsahu]

Sir can you please live stream in youtube as well.....it takes so much of my internet data in twitch.....your content are so much amazing and informative...love it as always and try to learn a lot of cool stuff from your teachings❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ChessKnowledgewithH1]

I want to see the best game of 2021 next year.

[@edwinhenson3044]

Appreciate the video great match

[@lovelllaurent6595]

This technique by Dubov is on point. The pawn to b4 is the key move because it doesn't allow any evolving position for Karjakin

[@crazypomp927]

One of the issues with black playing d5 after white pushed e5 was that after exf6 dxc4 white has the intermezzo b5, which gains a tempo on the knight and allows white to play Ba3 after which Re1+ becomes a significant threat.

[@hetsarsava6481]

Levy really deserves a GM tag

[@eugeneborissow]

yea

[@jombijack8642]

Yea

[@SuperAlphabetagama]

yea

[@migs6674]

Not quite yet

[@AbhishekKumar-uu4uj]

Yea

[@shivamshah806]

really good insights

[@nelsonbarrantes7349]

Great game 👌🏽

[@alex16cole]

Great stuff

[@PeterSodhi]

Greatest game by the greatest commentator - life cannot get any better

[@ThanatosIRL]

Double upload pog

[@filipj4377]

Im calling that opening Dubov's attack!

[@Patrick462]

Great enthusiasm. I could tell if you hadn't gotten this video out you would have exploded.

[@gouribiswas2587]

I think that levy deserves a 100million subs BECUS of the hardwork he does for us to entertain. Hat s off to u..

[@nickhowell7572]

Absolutely agree, this game was gangster af

[@sowyerford8874]

Please make a Video about the italien( about this line too)👍😁

[@thejudge5758]

Agadmator covered this as well. Was nice to see two people giving different perspectives and comments ! Cheers.

[@ninad2400]

I am getting addicted to this channel 🔥🔥

[@drtvadr5202]

What a game! And your channel just keeps growing at astounding rates--what, quadrupled the number of subs in only a month or so? At this rate you'll catch Agadmator by the springtime.