Two Knights 
| TD: Manack |
Started on May 19, 2009 @ 4:11pm |
| Players: |
9 |
|
Time Control: |
3 days/move |
| Max Group Size: |
3 |
|
Rating Range: |
Open |
| # Advance: |
1 |
|
Tie Breaks: |
Yes |
| Points Available: |
139 |
|
Games Rated: |
Yes |
TOURNAMENT FINISHED! |
| Tournament Stats |
| Starting Players: |
9 |
Completed Games: |
28 (tournament is 100% complete) |
| Eliminated Round 1: |
4 (44% of field) |
Games in Round 1: |
18
|
| Eliminated Round 2: |
3 (33% of field) |
Games in Round 2: |
8
|
| Eliminated Round 3: |
2 (22% of field) |
Games in Round 3: |
2
|
| Players Withdrawn: |
0 (0%) |
# Timeouts: |
6 (21%) |
| Remaining Players: |
1 (11%) |
Remaining Games: |
0 (current round) |
| Average Rating: |
1544 |
Biggest Upset: |
1416 defeats 1841 |
The Two Knights' Defense has been played for over 500 years however its only been in modern times that assertive lines for Black have risen to prominence. For players who like an aggressive position filled with thrills and risks this defense could be the tactical playground of choice.