The Best Chess Game I Ever Played

[@maxwell2116]

Playing a higher rated GM. Levy: Let's play a random opening i know no theory about!

[@panda4247]

But neither does the GM. For the often used openings, there is a high chance the GM knows it better than you even if you prepared

[@maxwell2116]

@@panda4247 Well yeah. But since a GM should be a way better player (why he is higher rated) he should normally beat you in a position that is new to the both of you.

[@traplover6357]

@@maxwell2116 or they study more theory and they didn't anticipate this

[@hommusC1]

If you don’t know what you’re doing, how can they?

[@panda4247]

@@maxwell2116 yes, they should. But if you play an unorthodox opening against a GM, they might thing you prepared some funky line even when you did not. Maybe that's why this GM spent so much time figuring it out. And then they got into time trouble and bad things might happen. Sure, any GM would crush me any day, and most of GMs might defeat Levy in this position as well, but there is that chance, and apparently it worked this time... And of course, there is a survivorship bias (history remembers when it worked, not the million times when it did not). just some random thoughts: In last few days in STL Rapid and Blitz, Nepo played 1. b3 and beat two other GMs with it. Nakamura defeated Xiong with bong cloud. If both players played optimal moves, every game would end in a draw. You have to create imbalances; give something to gain something; and then hope you will come on top. I can play a GM-level moves as well. Anybody can. Higher-rated players just play them more consistently. I can win a game against 2000 on Lichess and lose the next game against 1400. It's all about consistency. So if you play enough games, there will always be one game where you beat much higher rated opponent. It might as well start with 3. ...g5

[@adudeontheinterweb6571]

so when a gm "invents" it it's "theory" but when i "blunder" is it's a "rookie mistake"

[@georgedavy8689]

If I win the game then every move played is perfect

[@loldirt2893]

@@mayzzl r/whoooooosh

[@loldirt2893]

@@mayzzl I know

[@srijanbhowmick9570]

I am your 1000th like (u deserved it :))

[@electrikal_shok588]

that power when I changed the like from 1099 to 1100

[@crazymatt1]

Fun fact: you were Cordova's only loss in that tournament.

[@self-righteousideologue9398]

Thanks!

[@matikkkii3482]

@ZyEly Not that insane, it happens often, somehow those IMs have to become GMs, no?

[@jctorres7684]

@ZyEly always that excuse when people go full stupid

[@omniexistus]

@@jctorres7684 I think you nailed it.

[@mr_squid1980]

No ones gonna talk about this guy saying thanks?

[@tachyon3.14]

We need a whole series of Levy’s past games, they’re wonderful

[@shafoot2071]

Lets play at chess.com

[@Thesnakerox]

Petition for this to happen in 2022--I think amidst all the jokes nowadays, it's good to be reminded that Levy was, and is, a really good Chess player!

[@DanielPetri]

Amazing game, congratulations!

[@fernandooliveira8928]

ué você por aqui. Que loucura kkk

[@ocorvow]

Dale Brasil haishaisabsj

[@bschs]

vc por aqui o.o

[@Funiquinho]

ué

[@kaleffi]

Ué Brasil aqui

[@natesmock6173]

6:26 when you give us a few seconds to make a move that took a GM 30 minutes to make

[@TheSniper9752]

I got that move in about 10 seconds out of sheer luck lol.

[@elijahmiles3500]

We know there's a move, the GM has no idea

[@mayankraj2294]

@@elijahmiles3500 yeap maybe

[@alexismandelias]

Actually for lower rates players this is quite a natural move

[@jirom4fabul93]

Because GMs had a wide imagination so he calculate a lot . Humans are still humans . Hard to find best moves in every position without the help of engine or book.

[@thegorn]

11:42 and it was in this position that GM Cordova resigned the game, because there is nothing more to be done here. White is lost and black is completely winning. I mean if captures then captures and then it’s just all over. S’yeah. That’s the game I hope you enjoyed it. I’d like to thank GM Nakamura and Anna Rudolf for contributing to my channel thank you very much I really appreciate it.

[@adnin2194]

Lmao agadmator. But seriously i learned a lot from him as a beginner.

[@Freakschwimmer]

I actually read this in his voice...

[@Scauldy]

sorry about that

[@natalialivshits9439]

Agadmator style

[@sjegannath6295]

*Sorry about that* intensifies

[@omerfaruk1351]

**Levy Rozman plays f6 ** **Ben Finegold falls out of his chair**

[@he0911]

"terrible"

[@hello_person_wathing_beatSaber]

🤣

[@betzalelsacks7517]

@Omer Faruk I don't get it.

[@omerfaruk1351]

@@betzalelsacks7517 its ok. of course there is no rule that everyone will understand

[@5eriously148]

Finegold is hilarious

[@teteeheeted]

“But here the bot is fearless and thinks white is winning” The engine: *my motives are beyond you*

[@orcahhh8017]

i saw a game of engine championship and the engine (supposed rating 3400) with black played 1. a6 they play really weirdly at times

[@gaiaorigin9569]

That's what Kasparow said about engines, they play stupid moves but end up somehow beating you all the time.

[@kkTeaz]

It's winning *if you can play perfectly in every way*

[@CH3LS3A]

@@orcahhh8017 often times, they set up those engine tournaments so that they play specific openings. they wanna see how engines approach really weird and uncommon positions.

[@orcahhh8017]

@@CH3LS3A thinking back about it , i agree it mist have been a mandatoory move

[@alexnica7895]

I thought he was going to say “He thought for 25 minutes... and then resigned” 😂

[@artemis8368]

Same.. Just imagine

[@rhettzkie]

Never stop referencing Ben Finegold every time f6 is played. 😂

[@regisyuen511]

Rhett Simbulan sorry I’m out of the loop, what’s the reference? Can I have a link? Thanks

[@XAlpt]

benny finegold says never play f6

[@phillip8523]

@@regisyuen511 Ben finegold is another Chess player (I think he's a GM?), who very much dislikes playing the move f6, due to the fact that it is rarely a good move for black. Hope that helps

[@wowTasteThis]

I love the references. Idc what anyone says Ben is funny af.

[@vijaz5559]

wowTasteThis his comedy is a rare case, and i understand why some people don’t like him. But when his jokes hit, it actually cracks me to tears

[@zandervasquez9793]

No one gon talk about the time management lmao he took 48 minutes on the third move just to have no time at the end

[@joshualogan6655]

First time Levy is not wearing his stolen shirts.

[@mahbubhossainsamm]

Ha ha ha 😂🤣

[@mahbubhossainsamm]

Ha ha ha 😂🤣

[@ronitjalihal2586]

:)

[@soniajohnson2250]

I guessed the most important play of the game (as far as Levy is concerned.) Am I a GM yet?

[@TrungNguyen-is6lq]

48 minutes for a move did you go get lunch or something

[@TerMinAteR204]

Levy you rock man. The quality content you regularly pump out is astonishing!

[@djderie]

Levy pulled out the inner Stockfish for this game, not even GMs can stop that

[@ronanherry5695]

In general really like when masters share their analysis on their own game but here I also like the clarity of the exposition. Great video thanks

[@ashjubilee]

i literally screamed in happiness when i paused and found h5 on my own

[@TheChessGiant]

hahaha good job man!

[@free699]

@@customish same

[@henrykaufman5177]

@@customish Yeah I just had a feeling since in so many other videos hes like "and this is where you know its a gm game" right before h5 or a5 is played LOL

[@masroorahmadbani1712]

Same

[@a76101]

@@henrykaufman5177 ye me too

[@nipse3456]

This is peace of art. Such loveble combinations with great commentary! Greetings from Finland

[@TommasoGianiorio]

Why not start the "Levy Saga" where we follow your games from the master norms to the IM norms?

[@Cahnehg]

IM is the first title that needs norms, CM and FM are awarded purely off rating. It would be cool to see his IM norm tournaments though.

[@mungoman467]

Me, a 700: h5? Levy: the move is h5; me: YESSSS

[@claw1479]

Yeah same😂😂 but i didn't know why

[@agent47istaken54]

This game genuinely looks like a A0 vs Stockfish

[@sagar65265]

Ngl this is absolutely brilliant. Can't think of too many opponents who could have faced this and come out winning. The sheer attacking belligerence is insane! For sure you have hundreds more like these in you, Levy. Looking forward to celebrating that GM title soon ;)

[@giancarloprado8206]

1:43 Woaw, i must learn how to do that move.

[@frostyphoenix2864]

I love how every time you move the f pawn you say “and somewhere Ben fine gold just fell out of his chair”

[@svxtn]

the coolest part about this is he ended the game by moving a piece to his favorite square, c6

[@svxtn]

in reference the caro kann, for those who don't know

[@jeffersontayloroldroyd7872]

I really appreciate how your channel is catered to newer players while also entertaining those who are more versed with the game. I have gotten much better at understanding positions and visualizing games since discovering your channel. Thanks and keep it up!

[@sayansingha8474]

Would love to see more of your games Levy! You are an amazing teacher and instructor! Also, documenting while creating is a good concept.( give it a thought)

[@mikebliss3153]

I enjoy playing the Reti Opening as White. Thanks for highlighting potential threats and advantages.

[@aadityagupta250]

You look so pure in the thumbnail! Bless you! Haven't watched the video yet but I'm sure it'll be absolutely enjoyable.

[@aadityagupta250]

Yup, I was right. Nice game. Good job!

[@TheChessGiant]

GothamChess has some of the best thumbnails on KZbin I've seen

[@vic3xog]

definitely one of the most entertaining Chess personalities, great content..

[@TheChessGiant]

Agreed! GothamChess is one of the best!

[@averylargebear]

As someone who has only found your content in recent months, it's cool to see both your games as well your progress as a content maker. Great job (and great game!)

[@ajnabi7565]

your games are so detailed and educational, I appreciate it my guy.

[@victorbukhaltsev9010]

1:43 pawns flexing

[@lauraoliveira1293]

Just creating a notification here to remind you of this and maybe cheer you up a bit! I've just watched your most recent videos about the tournament, and right after that I stumbled upon this one. It feels so great to watch you being proud of your playing, and it greatly inspired me. I'm going through hard times myself right now and I feel like I can't do a single good thing. You know when nothing feels right and everything just collapses and you are left with the confidence of a little bug in a big poop? That's were I'm at right now. But watching you a year ago being so proud of your best game has reminded me that things change and time passes, and remembering our moments of victory can be key to recovering from those hard times. You do such an important work teaching and inspiring people, even in your worst days. Actually, I think you do an even more important work by having the courage to show your worst days and talk about them the way you do. You're doing something that almost no one does in front of an audience: being human. Wishing you the absolute best

[@druidv6677]

I hope you get bigger Gotham. You are very instructive and not tiring to listen to. Keep up the good work

[@seansklenar3509]

I was able to find the move using Levys previous advice "if u dont know what to do improve your worst piece" nice game

[@stevenrussell5469]

Wow! Thank you for sharing this very personal thing!

[@TheMosquitto]

We all know Levi only loves this game because his love for anything else is trumped by the love he has for the h5 square.

[@georgevourtzoumis2967]

You are a very competent player and i admire your enthusiasm for the game. I aspire to play like you one day.

[@alexs.6481]

This video is so relevant to today. Levy playing with confidence against GMs is so refreshing and we all know he can compete. now, he just needs to know it too!!

[@m.a.w.5562]

When your Dad asked you Are you winning, son? and you give a genuine answer... Levy love your content, man. Keep it up!

[@blendering3D]

my most memorable game is when I created a pass pawn on the D file, it was epic. I love creating crazy positions and making my opponents doubt themselves

[@selinamckane]

Beautiful game and very creative too.

[@thebee0320]

Levy is so modest about his chess skill and goes on about gms making absurd looking moves that win games and then he plays them. He's actually just a closeted gm bro

[@afrankiuk78]

Thanks for sharing 👍 ... love the final quiet and crushing move!

[@pigcraftassassin4869]

Levy: explains really confusing but really good move that leads to material gain. Also Levy: But we didn’t do that

[@TheQats]

6:25. I tried to find a good move for black and could not come up with one so then I thought well I watch Levy stream what would he play then thought ohhh this must be why Levy loves his h and a pawn pushes so i got it

[@snoronha0707]

I've never seen levy play at such a high level. Even when he was doing his video "Playing the masters" on his new chess.com acc, I have never seen such high levels of chess from him. I wonder what his accuracy was

[@ilia_d3m0]

The way he just explains games is truly godly

[@jm168100]

I got here from your How To Be A Grandmaster video! I play the Réti and I like your explanation of how the opening usually works. I am also interested in tracking down Adrien Demuth's book now because of your game! I like your shoutout to David Navara, too. It's good to hear more about novelties and offbeat variations that are used/invented by current players. Your video about the Potter Variation is one of the things that made me want to go back and review the Scotch Game. I would like to learn more about how current players are adding to chess theory. How do players get variations named after them? Is there an official process, or is it just something that happens by association? I normally only hear about current theory through publications like New In Chess. The Rozman French Variation is something that came to mind! Thank you for these good videos, Take care!

[@SanDiegoMarvelWow]

Dude, you are amazing. You have an every day kind of guy feel to you. Most chess guys seem mentally detached, or out of touch with reality. The Magnus Larsen's of the world eat caviar. Dude, you are the kind of guy who eats lunch at 7-11. Love it. Thanks for being freaking brilliant, but so normal. Also, thanks for the amazing tips. I just started playing recently, and you are uber light years ahead of me, but your passion for the sport is amazing.

[@adam-nn3et]

bishop c6 is so beautiful

[@rodrigonoschese9981]

Really cool video, what am experience playing at that level!

[@winandwin6635]

Fabulous game, really like how you win 🏆👏👍😀🙌

[@andresgenta8242]

If you really like chess, you gotta love this game.

[@TheChessGiant]

If you don't like this, you don't like chess!

[@alienfortytwo]

As a person who discovered your channel because of NL collabs I really appreciate the "let's get weird" energy of this.

[@drewwilliamson3604]

Pause at 9:25. What about f6>e4 check, followed by taking e4 with bishop cause he's not going to use the pawn to expose the king to danger. Then d4-d3 offering a free pawn. Then white makes any move as long as the Q doesn't move then g7>d4 mate. If white Q moves then K will need to step aside first to move the bishop.

[@Dpops_Tuba]

I’ve recently gotten back into chess. Your content keeps me so engaged and I love your style of teaching. Keep up the great work 👌

[@muhamedbilal4508]

Watching this after watching Levi's last tournament... feels very different.

[@rahulsrinivas3224]

Wow! Beautiful game. The rook lifts were just awesome!

[@Eliezer4433]

What a great vid man, usually watch your content but I realised I've never subbed. Just did, can't wait to see more from you man

[@hackmxn]

It looks weird and somewhere Ben finegold just fell out of his chair Lmao

[@aaronjohn6586]

Just loved seeing a past game of yours and how honest about what worked and what did not. Nice hoodie and look forward to your merch!

[@edwinjacobellis4852]

2:50 Can you do a video on what goes into those long GM tanks? I can't even fathom what someone could be thinking about for 40 minutes.

[@XoIoRouge]

He simply went to eat lunch 😂

[@kingtaj]

Your thumbnail is so fitting. Great game and memory.

[@TheChessGiant]

Some of the best chess thumbnails on youtube I've ever seen!

[@jatinsachdev8459]

You are an amazing player! Hope u become a GM as soon as possible!

[@paulmeyer8612]

Real good game, like a grandmaster... All the best from austria to you.... Paul

[@JordanMetroidManiac]

This game was something different, and you explained it very well for my 1100 brain. Thanks, Levy!

[@oserefemhenativie6681]

I love the long-term planning.

[@Carlwatkins1984]

Great game with some really well worked out moves. I liked the white bishop quietly moving at the end to line up the checkmate. I don't think I would have seen a move like that in a blitz game. Top class.

[@NotSomeJustinWithoutAMoustache]

Wait was this a blitz game? Didn't the gm think for 40 and 25 minutes for some of his moves or something?

[@CrtlW]

Man, you gotta hit up every GM/IM you know with a webcam and record videos with them where they tell you about their best or peak games and the surrounding story. That would be so much fun.

[@pacoryan7931]

I love guessing the moves right

[@PierreLM]

Such a nice game Levy, we hope that you could become a GM one day !

[@mitchbarlow5758]

That was great! Would love to see more of your games analyzed.

[@georgehammond867]

very nice game, and the games against Eric. the two of you looked like petrosian vs nezhmetdinov.

[@chessicallyinclined30]

Neat game, I think I saw parts of it in person but my game finished earlier so didn't get to see the finish. Well played!

[@ramiropuelmas8557]

It would also be interesting to see one of your games that keeps you up at night because of a blunder/missed win

[@lakshyabang4254]

Great game levy. Always loved your videos

[@matheuscecilio9977]

Fantastic game! Congratulations and keep up the good content!

[@JC201039]

Your commentary is next level man. Really informative stuff!

[@humanaesthetic]

Amazing. Thank you for sharing! Love the content.

[@mrpsokolowski]

more of Your Games please! It was awesome! Respect! :)

[@CrunchPlease]

I can’t wait until you become a great GM

[@imBigo]

After 5.Qb3 you don't have to play 5...Bg7. According to stockfish 11+ at a depth of 30+ it shows that 5...e5 is -0.3 and that 5...Bg7 is +0.2 However, that's only if 6.Nxg5 is played after 5...Bg7 otherwise anything else is at minimum -0.4

[@mor4261]

Your approach to chess is so well explained in your videos, even to newbies like me. Great game, great content.

[@gm2407]

Before you made the King move to put the GM in time pressure I am glad I saw the Knight move as the best move. Good game really instructive on moving from defence to counter attack on both sides. To me the most powerful positions in chess are when the oponent has 2 or 3 pieces unable to develop and they are away from the action as it really becomes a battle between all your pieces and a fraction of your oponents pieces. That undeveloped pawn really cramped white there.

[@salicus]

At 1:10 I thought: d4? Now this is getting crazy. At 1.25 I thought: b4? NOW this is getting crazy. At 1:30 when you said "here the main line poisition goes f6" I thought: NOW THIS IS GETTING CRAZY! At 1:55 when you played g5 I thought: I CANNOT BREATHE ANYMORE.

[@danno1800]

Truly great chess! Thanks for sharing with all that went through your mind.

[@chadgaming6977]

Nice to see your enthusiasm to tell us about your best game ♥️ from india

[@NotSomeJustinWithoutAMoustache]

Wow, username pfp and comment checks out.

[@sweatyboi2]

6:25 when i guessed it correctly life felt complete

[@Jason-re2zd]

Next level. New subscriber. New Yorker. Love it man. Very Mikhail Tal. That's exciting stuff to watch.

[@WilliamJonesChess]

Good Moments 00:20 Ah... the good year of 2018, when people met up, when people played over the board chess. My favorite moves h5 Rh6, then my next favourite moves h4, then Rh5 When someone thinks for 48 minutes on one move, you know, you've got them! A superb game!

[@monkebrainedfish3130]

Since there are the "Mythical fighters" in ufc. There will be a new class of Mythical chess players, intruducing "Random opener Levy"

[@jadon3776]

You guys might call me crazy but I think the ‘guess the elo’ guy is actually kinda good at chess…

[@themself9370]

when your opponent doesnt play opening theory: anikin start panikin i dont have a planikin

[@xanbex8324]

I LIKE this man ....good commentary...Bravo !

[@IndecisiveConclusion]

Great game levy! Love the style of getting people out of theory. Exciting game, and beautiful ending!

[@dariopalomba8420]

Really a great game, congratulations and greetings from Athens, Greece.

[@Hannau81]

oh my god i was so happy when i without pausing the video said "h5 is the move to bring the rook out and its protected by the knight" :D