I Got TROLLED In An Important Chess Tournament…

This is recap of round 9 of Reykjavik Open!
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[@andyy348]

I love your mom's commentary, she wears her emotions on her sleeve and gets really excited but also really disappointed or sad when the wrong move is made. That's what makes her commentary so great.

[@wisherwisher]

When I hear “wHAT DID HE PLAY? I CAN’T SEE WHAT H- HE PLAYED NF6! HE PLAYED NF6!” I stand up like I’m watching a football game

[@Chelsea32444]

13:50

[@Judep4237]

@@Chelsea32444the world ended

[@osodesol]

“I’m just so sad.” -Mom 😂

[@subscrieber2692]

pia is goated fr 🔥

[@grodrigues3]

“I truly believed in these moves and I was wrong”. I wish more people could take accountability like this. Love it Anna! We all make mistakes

[@yigitgulmez4377]

That could be right but it is also normal that people said "why did you throw away the game like this?" This doesn't necessarily mean that you threw away the game bcs you wanted to lose so bad but what people mean is "why did you play a seemingly bad move and weaken your position?" And the answer would be her reasoning in the video. Throwing away the game is just like in many games other than chess is just a bad decision (for various resons) that leads to a critical strategical weakening.

[@iankemp1131]

@@yigitgulmez4377 Yes, and indeed often in life as well as in games.

[@adam83618]

Were are you from. Im from sweden

[@gargoyle7863]

Putin, every morning?

[@alveolate]

"they told me my chess was bad but my streaming was good" there's being too honest and then there's straight up flaming a participant xD

[@davefried]

they view her as a streamer. not as a serious chess player. they also believe she is mocking them and their chosen profession.

[@Z6D4C4]

@@davefried absolutely not, lol

[@swayambadhe]

2:10 even that guy laughed 😂

[@YoutubeHero666]

hahah good spot that made me laugh

[@edcraddock9868]

It’s sooo much easier to critique from a viewers perspective to say ‘why did you throw’ when you have an engine in front of you

[@Chelsea32444]

13:50 the mood change of Pia lol

[@Wesmin]

Grandmaster Pia's commentary was amazing this whole tournament. I loved watching the live streams.

[@robgerety]

Your response to study more and get better prepared is perfect and bodes well for your future success.

[@neaituppi7306]

I like how he immediately got up and walked away, probably so he wouldn't laugh as well.

[@JunchenHe-eo2gw]

That was indeed what I thought after playing a3 lol. I expected she would get surprised and might think for a while before coming up with the response.

[@neaituppi7306]

@@JunchenHe-eo2gw

[@neaituppi7306]

On another note, I have no idea why these moves, like this one or the cow opening are Troll moves. But I also can barely follow these game reviews they do, like she does here.

[@jurgnobs1308]

​@@neaituppi7306 the early game is to a large part about controlling the center and having good position to give you control of the board. that move does essentially nothing to help with that

[@GranthamAtHome]

15:33 "It's best for everyone if I win every game" Totally agree! (But in reality we, of course, learn by our mistakes.) Loved watching you play this tournament; also listening to your fantastic mother, Pia, commentating. Great channel: educational, entertaining, and heart-warming. You are both great ambassadors for the world of chess.

[@simonforsberg3757]

It feels like whenever Anna says "my time management here is so good" she ends up saying "I am so low on time" just a few moves later 😅😅

[@johnstahl3256]

It's not really different from Hikaru saying "I really like my position here" and then two seconds later saying "why did I do this??" lol

[@muratsinanengin9773]

This girl’s positivity is like a force of nature.

[@goodshipkaraboudjan]

First live match I've watched. Poor Pia looked like she was watching a funeral.

[@Wyllfredd]

well anna played like a 1400 so i dont blame her

[@RobMedellin]

@@Wyllfredd I can't tell because I'm not up there, but her opponent played good, so I would have guessed his rating that game was about 2000 and hers like 1900

[@vezquex]

Pia will never tell Anna to be less materialistic again.

[@Wyllfredd]

@@RobMedellin I am a 2300 and I was shocked at her decisions. Honestly doubting weather I want to carry on watching Anna, she seems very nice and she's a good entertainer but her chess can be very questionable haha

[@montagdp]

I can't stop laughing at her mom's reaction for some reason. It's so sad and disappointed that it's somehow funny to me.

[@theeightytwentytd]

I think your attitude about improving after a downer event like this one is a good model for the rest of us also - thanks for showing us the way.

[@secularnyc666]

There's nothing wrong with negative emotions. The social media driven trend to pathologize them is unhelpful.

[@2ndamendmentandy]

​@@secularnyc666thats not what they meant, theyre saying its healthy not to stew on the negative

[@bunpeishiratori5849]

There is a strong master from Maryland who routinely plays a3 on move one as White. He crushed me twice with that. It’s not THAT bad. Plus, it also gets Black out of his comfort zone and allows White to steer things into variations he knows.

[@jonweman6128]

With White, unless the move actually creates a weakness like 1. g4, playing a bad move is really just like giving yourself Black. Might even be worth it to confuse opponents.

[@grilledleeks6514]

It is bad mate, he was just flexing on you.

[@NotTheUnsub]

I've been looking forward to your recap of this game with you describing your thought process for the moves -- for example, why you decided to keep the light colored bishop. I believe you 100% when you said you'd never throw a game sacrificing pieces for the sake of content. Keep playing the style of chess that you are best at Anna. It's easy for us to second guess moves (with your GM mom and computers) you've made because as the saying goes "hindsight is 20/20". But chess looks so much easier when we aren't the one playing. Best of luck in the next tournament. By the way, the video with the cinematographic style is gorgeous!

[@alinevennemann1904]

1.a3 is a solid move, it's now "unusual equal" instead of "usual equal". 1.g4 is the only trolling starting move, because it weakens the pawn structure (on the important kingside) so much that a loss is likely. In the words of stockfish: 1.a3 is -0.1 while 1.g4 is -1.7 Therefore masters play 1.a3 way more often than 1.g4

[@elasticharmony]

It gives an opening expert to much space, Anna isn't feared there but someone who knows all the ins and outs would jump on that.

[@sauron4313]

@@elasticharmony a3 is essentially a move for white to switch colours in a way. It isn't too bad though because a lot of black openings (Sicilian Najdorf for example) do play that move anyways.

[@SumNutOnU2b]

I came to the comments to say the same thing. Definitely not a "troll" opening. Anderssen originally played it (in a classical format, world championship match) because he wanted to get a particular reversed Sicilian position without allowing for certain sidelines that could derail his plans. I used to play it exclusively - it's a good transpositional opening that gets your opponent quickly out of prep and leads to level positional games. It's not loved by stockfish because white basically gives up the first move advantage, but it is still solid and hard to play against.

[@johanmedrano1924]

1:34 "Why is people..." I can relate to that little mistake, that happens when you think in Spanish for a moment hahaha

[@bryceb3194]

These videos are really high quality! So much fun to watch! 😆 We are rooting for you, Anna! Good luck at the next tournament!

[@BDYT24]

I really enjoy watching these tournaments, win or lose the entertainment value is insane.

[@craig7350]

I really enjoy your tournament streams, I'm glad there's another one coming up, can hardly wait. Good Luck.

[@delturge]

I'm just recovering my sleep and gym time from the last tournament. 😅

[@keithbate9405]

a3 is not a bad move !? Historically it was used by Andersson to defeat Morphy twice in their match in 1859. It sets a little opening trap, if Black plays e5 in reply white can play c4 and play a reversed Sicilian with a move in hand. Many have done this against myself in Blitz. d5 is the most sensible reply, and Black has no problems , but White is still ok.

[@debasishraychawdhuri]

The engine agrees that it is not a bad move.

[@keithbate9405]

@@debasishraychawdhuri Good Morphy would not be turning in his grave !

[@heykarissa]

Oh my god. you are so inspiring and i almost started crying hearing your end speech about not letting this loss get to you! i don't play chess often but you make me want to play!! thank you so much for your videos, i always love listening to you talk about chess!!

[@theprogressivewest]

loved following along for this tournament ❤ all your videos are entertaining and informative

[@burbt6069]

Bad luck Anna, lots of lessons to learn from this Tournament. Great to see you being so buoyant & positive afterwards but don’t be too hard on yourself as you had way more going on in the background than every other player there. What with having to set up and make sure your cameras were working, doing live streaming for the first time, giving us a run through of every game afterwards twice over, having to get and take meds when suffering from asthma and the hardest part of all, knowing your Grand Master Mum was watching every move you made whilst critically commentating live to an audience that you have worked so hard to get to follow you. Wow!, Bravo Anna, we have to applaud you for putting yourself out there. 👏 You’re definitely going places in this Sport and your hard work and disappointments in Reykjavik will only help you get stronger in the future. My biggest tips to you Anna would be, get more sleep and trust yourself. Great job Anna❤️ Many thanks to the organisers and your opponents for letting you live stream this to us!. 👍 Roll on the next tournament. Burb.T in NZ

[@tintin639]

Really enjoyed watching your Reykjavik matches and your Mum's commentary which was very informative. Yes, results could have been better but glad you are keeping a super-positive outlook and gearing up for the next tournament. Looking forward to seeing some of the matches there and hope you are playing a little quicker [!]. Good luck!!

[@RobMedellin]

Pia's reaction is so heartbreaking, she loves you and she loves good chess performance, and in that moment she saw both don't coexist sometimes

[@Sagitarria]

I really appreciate seeing people bringing more play into the game. There is so much more to be learned and developed if people are willing to do things that seem silly or strange

[@viraganita4879]

I found you a week ago, and instantly I fell in love with your channel (even tho I knew nothing about chess), but now I started to study, so I can better understand your videos, and I am addicted! I never thought one day I could play chess (that’s for smart people) but I am on my way ❤ keep up the great work! Your way of handling this tournament is honestly very inspiring!

[@jennymulholland4319]

@viraganita4879 I got back into chess (after 30 years) after discovering Anna's videos too. Enjoy the journey!

[@KVUSA77]

I too have had such tournaments. Your outlook speaking about your performance, and desire to persevere motivates me to do the same and have that type of outlook regardless of a dismal performance in competitive play. You have what other content creators lack. Levy and others don't have the nerves for competitive play after becoming a content creator. They're too concerned with fan comments rather than enjoying the game and giving it their best. This is why I frequent your channel more than theirs. You're more real, like Rosen, and that's refreshing.

[@Jacko_Chess]

A very honest and inspiring video Anna. Although the tournament did not quite go as planned, you will no doubt take away many lessons and implement them in future games. I did not see any "live" content, however, I watched the live videos later. What a great series and what brilliant and insightful commentary from your mother. I am looking forward to seeing your next tournament in the next few days. All the very best with this.

[@drakaryscr8890]

Loved so much the ending, loving so much your content!!! Sigue así!!!

[@DouglasThom]

It's so important for you to believe in yourself and commit to your choices. You have been SO right in SO many other games and not followed through and regretted it. More and more, your plan will be correct, and more and more it will be important that you believe in yourself and see it through. Really good, frank, humble analysis of your own play there. GG

[@ksowderful]

I love Anna's mom. She's so genuine. They make a good duo lol

[@cyanalien1238]

Mistakes happens! Really enjoyed following your tournament recaps! Hope to see more soon❤

[@ChristopherAune]

I love your attitude. Mistakes are nothing other than lessons to be learned. This tournament seems to have a lot to learn from. Best wishes!

[@spudjuice9314]

Anna's competitive chess play is maturing right before our very eyes. I am looking forward to seeing Anna's next progression.

[@johntreadaway47]

Hopefully her next step forward will be time management.

[@delturge]

@@johntreadaway47She could always just call the Avengers and ask to borrow the TIMESTONE.

[@VestAround]

Excited for the next tournament! Sending all the love and support!

[@funerailles4161]

Hey Anna, I really hope you keep doing this, watching the streams and the recaps were so so fun to watch. It is really something that made me open up to chess, and I really thank you for that. Keep up the good work :)

[@mikemartin5340]

“And my opponent had no idea what was going on, he didn’t understand” …..welllllll….. lol

[@JunchenHe-eo2gw]

I thought she would just play Ba6 to get the rook back instantly after Rxc4. I didn’t believe her sacrifice at all, but I did realize she had her own attacking idea behind it. I think at that point she was just in a fantasy mode and I was just trying to play logical moves. I sometimes went crazy as well if I don’t like my position, it’s very normal among high level chess players imo.

[@NoThanksblahhhh0751]

I think his d3 got in her head and she pressured herself thinking she has to quickly capitalize on his “mistake”

[@iankemp1131]

"And nor did the engine" ...

[@v.vanbruchem3184]

Well, we Dutch 🇳🇱, call this the [Adri] Van Tiggelen opening, it's St. George defense with an extra tempo. Back in 1990 David van Eekhout deployed this opening versus me. I did not win that game with white. Bummer. You know, Dear Anna, it sounds very strange, but I don't know whether I finished 2nd or 1st that year. I have a booklet from Stefan Mol, our youth leader, with inscribed "Vincent! Dit jaar tweede, maar wat wordt het volgend jaar? Een aanmoedigingsgeschenk! Stefan Mol, jeugdleider sv Wageningen, juni 1990" 😭 Sorry, I get emotional..

[@yttommy76]

I absolutely adore Anna - she is so honest, talented and a brilliant communicator. Who knew chess could be so interesting

[@MrHugin]

Go Anna go! Love how you share the psychology of the games. Looking forward to the next one.

[@sergioruiz5336]

Es el primer torneo que sigo y me ha encantadooooo!!!!!!! El próximo lo harás mucho mejor! tu puedes!! ya veras!!!👑👑👑muchas gracias!

[@hanselgelid2500]

Great explanation. The rock sacrifice together with not a second showing the board and explaining after the game left me empty then. Just a minute or two showing the board after the game on the live stream then you truly are a professional.

[@ErikVanGoch]

In 1980 Tony Miles played 1:a6 2:b5 against Karpov and actually did win that game :-).

[@ShandyWarrior]

I managed to watch every game in the Rekjavik tournament and I thought you did great, but the competition was very strong. Looking forward to seeing the Spain tournament in a week or so.

[@mikecf1]

So great. A) Your reaction to A3 was amazing. B) I love the recap explaining your aggressive moves. C) Your mom's reaction to G3 made me literally laugh out loud. You're the best.

[@sailor-rick]

You hit the nail right on the head (you saw the point) when you said that you have never played against an a3 opening in a classical game. That is the point! As Magnus has proved over and over again, the opening moves don't matter as much as once believed because for every seemingly bad opening there is sufficient gain made by taking the opponent out of their tried-and-true, comfortable, memorized opening theory and forcing them to play tactically from the start. Magnus has even said the words: "there are no bad opening moves." We all know what he meant.

[@glenndarrington4677]

great video and you have a fantastic attitude even though it did not turn out as you hoped. Looking forward to watching your next tournament. Strength and Honor!

[@sylbouh7303]

I really think that right now, you have the best chess content on YT for chess enthusiasts. Your analysis makes the game relatable, even for low rated players like myself, you share on your doubts, motivations, hesitations which other KZbinrs do too, but you do this in the competitive context of a tournament. This is a better window on the world of chess than almost anything else. I don't mean to say the higher rated players are not capable of this, but they are not as accessible in their delivery. Plus your mum's comments are priceless.

[@therealbennett]

That 90s style ending with music was class, made me smile

[@chadjenkins4036]

I like watching the tournament chess that you upload, i also like the piece sacrifices even if they sometimes don't work out.

[@ravenin9612]

Anna and Pia cramlimg are some of the people who are genuinely fun and you have no reason to hate ❤❤

[@laudcedec]

Hope you ll do better soon, and glad you have such amazing experience. I admire you Anna.

[@NotTheUnsub]

Love your approach Anna about not getting discouraged but improving. On the time management, I know it's come of more than once that your mom used to struggle with getting in time trouble. Would be interesting if you've asked her before did she see a big gain in play and rating once she got her time management under control. Would be some incentive to shoot for. You might even get to a point as seeing time management as fun (I'm terrible with endgames. But am better than I was a few months ago. Now, instead of trying to avoid them, I do see them as a sometimes fun goal to improve on).

[@francoislechampi2002]

thank you so much for sharing your insights with your community, I love your content !

[@juliahaller755]

Anna you have no idea how much you inspire me as a 19 year old girl getting into chess for the first time! I seriously cannot even express how grateful I am for these videos and your outlook on chess. I was scared to join the chess club at my university because there were no other women in it, and you inspired me to do it! Iam so excited for Menorca- keep being you!

[@markkern8104]

Love your attitude! You will learn and grow from this tournament and continue to get better. Wishing the best for you in your journey!

[@grahamsmith5780]

I very much enjoyed your tournament and I am convinced you have some great tournaments to come.

[@esharps]

14:03 His reaction 😂

[@duzntskee]

i love watching you play chess and you inspired me to play more chess. thanks for sharing your journey!

[@geoffmckenzie2608]

Anna, you rock. Everyone has bad days, bad games. I learn so much from your analyses. Keep them coming, please.

[@exdejesus]

Go you! You're going out there and giving your best, and that's all we can do! Thanks for sharing your quest with us!

[@RaeanneNichol]

As someone who has quite literally just started to learn chess ( because of your enthusiasm during this competition) I will certainly take your attitude, with me, when I finally play my first game and all games after that one. Thank you so much for posting such great videos.❣

[@billcummins9579]

I have enjoyed your videos, keep your postive attitude!! You so fortunate to have a great team behind you. You learn more from losing than winning.

[@ywtcc]

1. a3 is pretty good for a knuckleball opening. It's not the strongest move, but it's still advantage white. It sets up b4, Bb2. After moving d4, it also prevents Bb5+ (and Qa4+ can be countered with b4). It also doesn't create any obvious attacks for black. In my survey of uncommon knuckleball openings, 1.a3 is one of the better combinations of rarity and strength. Not at all a waste of time!

[@spshc]

Anna, your determination is inspiring. As you say there are ups and downs, you just have to learn from them and do your best. You are a great player and you'll beat them in the next tournament.

[@USA_266]

I love and admire how Anna is gaining motivation also from lost games. Getting better means definitely to win and! loose in life, because it's all about learning.

[@michaelmassaro4375]

Always rooting for you Anna appreciate your candor stay motivated the power be with you

[@Mike-og4jf]

I don’t know anything about chess….but Anna you are delightful! Your smile, your laugh, your honesty, and exuberance about chess and people makes this one of my favorite KZbin channels. We need more people like you on KZbin!

[@williamknight7]

Why on earth are you watching this channel if you know nothing about Chess???

[@myystery9741]

Don't worry Anna, to become better you have to go through failure after failure until you reach your goal. Its just a matter of consistency and hard work

[@biscottone3373]

Love the tournaments!!!

[@lampei]

I am so hyped you are so motivated, it's a joy to see. GOGOGO!

[@davidwhiteley3879]

I am glad you are going to hang in there for tournaments. You gain experience with every game, win or lose - AS LONG AS you learn something from it. Tournaments add more pressure but that pressure makes the lessons all the more valuable. You and your mom have the best chess youtube channel - I rarely watch any other chess youtube channel.

[@andersonmejia56]

I am an amateur player of the game of chess but I have that fear of making bad moves in a tournament and that people see those bad moves. It happened to me in an unofficial tournament, where I lost my queen in the stupidest way possible. Although your game was not the best you have ever had , ypu still have the strenght to show it and move forward, that is to be admired and that is how you progress.

[@edcraddock9868]

Love the recap vids Anna

[@pepig1111]

I enjoyed following the tournament. And win or lose, you are always so entertaining! I can't wait for your next one.

[@jfergs.3302]

Aye, deffo work on that time managment, and good luck at the next tournament :)

[@sandrastecca2772]

Congratulations for such an excellent analysis of your game, Anna !! Looking now all that happened that day we can understand much better what was on your mind during the game , and your movies seem very logic and well done ! Although your mom was a little disappointed, we were really hoping you would win it !! Studying time management is probably a great idea! You’re a very successful chess player and you give us all a very good example !!

[@Tx66]

At 7:14 she was about to say “my mom had the audacity” 😂😂😂

[@rainyear9984]

You are such an adorable person, Anna, to tell you this is the reason why I watched your vids more and I've been recommending your vids to my nieces and nephews cause I found in you something that was there in between that was worth the accolades that you will be recognized in the future...Influencers, Role Models, and yes maintaining the essence of women in the chess community. Even at this tournament given its many serious takes that involve your rating, still your opponents found the humor to ingest it in you, not to troll, but to at least inject a smile not just in you but also in your viewers'/subscribers' faces as well... The journey you, Andrea, Alex, and Dina took in this tournament, the plays you shared, your insights, and the effort of editing all of them just show what you will be reaping out of the tireless days and relentless attitude you show toggling between this content and your game....... and is a virtue that's impossible to acquire and master... My deepest & sincerest gratitude to you. Thank You for all the amazing content you put on your channel. Godspeed my dear and keep it up. Have a Blessed Good Friday and Advance Happy Easter to you and your family.💗

[@marcozuaro6854]

Can't wait to see you compete in the next tournament! Always rooting for you from Italy

[@jamesduggan7200]

Yeah, Black's queen's bishop is often a problem piece and can't be easily solved simply putting it on b7. The bishop on b7 seldom is well-placed, particularly because e6 needs support.

[@stephenelliott522]

I admire the way you turn things around and make positive learning experiences out of less than optimal moves. Go Anna!

[@alberton.1601]

You are certainly learning about resilience and humility. This and other opponents should learn about respect and kindness. Keep going girl! ❤

[@Primus.711]

Great attitude Anna. Best of luck going forward!

[@user-xb4vc3lk2w]

Wow, aparte de gran ajedrecista y de tu gran trabajo de difusión del ajedrez, eres hermoza y con una sonrisa que me hace desconsentrarme del video por completo😅, saludos desde Cuba😊

[@alexandrfedotov6791]

"when you are in peace with yourself, nothing can shake you".

[@malloid]

Keep on keeping on, Anna! You're an inspiration to many. Better luck at the next tourney, and safe travels in the meantime.

[@MrGabblit]

Looking forward to the next tournament!

[@danielbolt6107]

Let's go for the next tournament Anna, you can come back stronger!

[@Derrickthepeng]

Seeing that your eyeliner isn’t exactly symmetrical makes me feel better about my own eyeliner struggles

[@christophegibbs9339]

These recaps just have a lovely feel good quality to them. Winning is nice but it’s better to enjoy the journey.😊

[@barrywebber100]

Always good to see you Anna whatever the game result. We'd all rather you win though! Thanks for posting.

[@ferdinandquintos6524]

We need more of it.

[@Faizan.Ali93]

14:02 your mom looks so upset, I felt so sad watching that...

[@jfergs.3302]

Aye, poor mum... her disappointment was palpable :(

[@Poliss95]

That's the opening you're taught not to use in beginner 101. 😲

[@LeonSKennedy7777]

He definitely showed himself to be an ultimate amateur with that move. Even someone who just started chess wouldn’t make that absurd mistake.

[@point-bl4nk]

@@LeonSKennedy7777 he did it on purpose

[@Poliss95]

@@point-bl4nk It's still one of the worst moves you can play. Anna should have won from here. White has lost the advantage of having the first move, makes the queen side weak, and also relinquishes control of the centre.

[@LeonSKennedy7777]

@@Poliss95 exactly. In chess, there is no room for such amateur self-destruction. Immaturity which exposes sub-beginner mindset.

[@point-bl4nk]

@@Poliss95 i wasn't replying to u.

[@nunyabizznez2805]

Love listening to your commentary. Your mom is lovely too. You've earned another subscriber.

[@francesw.6774]

Pia is every loving parent who roots for their child in all their endeavors and whose heart breaks when their child loses. Luckily, she has a sweet daughter with a lot of pluck and energy and a glass-half-full outlook who is gracious in defeat and optimistic about the future. Thanks to them both for sharing themselves and their passion for chess and bringing lots of people fun and wholesome entertainment.