Ponziani Opening

No we did not have the whole continuation there at move 1.  In fact that particular mate is not forced from move 1.  However, as we looked at lines there always seemed to be a tactical knockout after that first move.  Their kingside was under manned with black's knight on the other side of the board, and no easy way for his rooks to help.  

So, yes we "smelled" victory after our first move, but the devil was in the details.  Tons of analysis.

And a very nice ending as per my avitar!  The whole line was from a ton of analysis from the whole team.

I think this puzzle is so hard that I better just give the line rather than make a puzzle out of it...

For once!  I got the puzzle!  (Looked awfully familiar, glad I'm on the team)

http://www.tatasteelchess.com/tournament/livegames

Hou Yifan just played 3. c3 against Carlsen

Ouch, inaccuracy on move 3 against Carlsen, that will be punished

But you have to admit it's quite bold from the little girl, especially considering Carlsen winning with it just a few days ago.

Yeah very, the same as with her attack vs Nakamura, she's playing some interesting chess.

Lol, it's funny how c3 is marked as -0.05 :D

Looks like Carlsen has read this thread - he follows pfren`s recommendations.

He played f6 instead of Bb4 on move 9, probably forgot the correct move order

He deviates to avoid opening preparations.

So what are the moves so far and how can I follow the game?

come on guys what are the moves and how can i follow the game?

I posted the link some posts ago. Maybe you will be able to find it somehow.

Link in post 323:

I would have made a different 9th move for White.

thanks for giving link to the game 

Now that she has played 12. e6 she may be in trouble and my guess she is going to have to try pushing her" " pawn at some point to try and justify her e6 move..

should read "a" pawn

What would you play? I'd probably go with Nc3.