TA 1999 Problem 4 / Solution

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Solution  

W1 here is a key point of shape. (Solution given by Kim Seong-june? 6d.)

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Follow-up  

With white+circle in place, White has a very good follow-up sequence with W1 and W3 here. White has secured the corner, constructed perfect shape, and given Black serious shape problems on the side.

The recommended answer is an example of a play that is 'almost sente'. It isn't claimed that Black must answer it directly; but if Black doesn't, White has a great deal to look forward to here.


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Game sequence  

In the actual game White attacked with W1 and W3, but was in trouble after B4.


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Game sequence  

Obviously W1 is a good move if Black doesn't answer. The question I have is if the W1-B2 exchange is favourable for White. Is Black's clamp less threatening now ? --Dieter

Charles So now White has covered the cut (at the point of W1) in sente. That means that White can attack more strongly on the outside. I like W3 as shown, from the point of view of direction.


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TA 1999 Problem 4 / Solution last edited by CharlesMatthews on May 24, 2004 - 12:32
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