This is a very nice showcase from Topalov. He unleashes an exhange sacrifice early on to obtain a pawn mass in the center. From then on, he gives up whatever he can to advance this mass. In the end, a pawn must inevitably queen.
Reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaally Cool
Really cool one.
My favorite way to win a game is pushing pawns down the board to promotion. I've never seen it done in such a coordinated effort before. And I love the way the pieces work together so smoothly. From what I've seen, Topalov is the most fun to watch of all the top-level competition right now.
wow
Working that bishop pair! - and way to beat that lady hater (Aronian's recent sexist comments).
That was amazing,very nice advancing of the pawns!
Unbelievable, great game by Topalov.
Intuitive and GENIUS.
nice sacrifices
I'm not convinced his goal was to keep a pawn mass in the center.
great game.
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