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Laundry Mat Games #1

Laundry Mat Games #1

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Hello everyone,

Nothing good will ever come from a major appliance breaking in your home.  Well except that I get to play more chess while I wait for my clothes to dry.  This week is no different.   I hope you enjoy.

I was recently on a big blitz binge.  I am slowly getting away from that and getting back into some slower time controls.  Below I highlight two 15|10 games I played while I waited.  I lost one and won the other.  

I really enjoy playing the Sicilian.  I also enjoy playing against it.  While the Alapin variation is not my favorite, I know it is something I should take a look at.  Bxe7 really had me worried.  I was able to weather the storm and come out with the checkmate.  It also helps when your opponent blunders to give you the edge you need.

I like playing the Ruy Lopez as well.  I got to play against an interesting line and opening that I had not seen before.  I will have to take a look at this a little deeper when I get the chance.  Until next time.