If you have ever seen a video of GM Ben Finegold, you've probably heard the phrase "Never play f6". Indeed, one should think twice before moving this pawn. The f7 pawn is known as an "Achilles tendon" and moving it just might sprain your ankle. Anyhow, I could delve into detail about why moving this pawn is a bad idea, but no one likes to read long papers written by a highschool junior anyway (except maybe my English teacher)? Anyhooters, here is a compilation of people getting their "ankles broken" from moving the f-pawn without second thought.
1. Common Opening trap theme
2. Hou Yifan- Lalith throwaway game
3. Another common opening trap
4. PLEASE DON'T FALL FOR THIS
5. Blitz game where DHS's beloved Derek beats a GM in 4 moves
IF YOU DON'T WANT TO GET YOUR ANKLE BROKEN, THINK TWICE BEFORE MOVING YOUR ACHILLES TENDON!
If you have ever seen a video of GM Ben Finegold, you've probably heard the phrase "Never play f6". Indeed, one should think twice before moving this pawn. The f7 pawn is known as an "Achilles tendon" and moving it just might sprain your ankle. Anyhow, I could delve into detail about why moving this pawn is a bad idea, but no one likes to read long papers written by a highschool junior anyway (except maybe my English teacher)? Anyhooters, here is a compilation of people getting their "ankles broken" from moving the f-pawn without second thought.