I played a Master (2200+) in Round 2. He chose a line in the Scotch Gambit that was very unfamiliar, turning it into a position more commonly seen in the Ruy Lopez. I got my center solidified at first, but then I overextended it & watched it collapse slowly but surely. Even Bishops of opposite colors with a Rook on each side can't save a 3-pawn deficit.
In Round 3, I played a 1700+ player. I declined an invitation into the French defense & then he declined an invitation into the Nimzo Indian, so we ended up in the Queen's Gambit Declined. In this game, I couldn't get any middlegame advantage, & then I failed to get the ending I wanted. My opponent missed a chance to maximize his winning chances, & then our exposed kings lead us to the repetition of position.
The full score of both games will be available soon...I am having connectivity issues on the road.
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