I Shouldn't Have Underestimated Him...

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I Shouldn't Have Underestimated Him...

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Күн бұрын

This is the recap of round 4 of the chess tournament I’m playing in - Reykjavik Open. In this round I played a 1600 rated player I completely underestimated. Hope you enjoy the video!
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@cdtaylor2 Жыл бұрын

Pia’s the best. She roasts Anna but does it in the nicest way. I’m pretty sure when Anna went nb5 Pia said it was “ambitious” and proceeded to explain for like 10 minutes how it was really not great

@JunkBondTrader Жыл бұрын

with her soft, calm voice too lol, yeah it's quite a juxtaposition.

@jamescrenshaw5097 Жыл бұрын

Where do you go to see Pia's commentary?

@super0nofa Жыл бұрын

@@jamescrenshaw5097 She commentated live on Twitch. You can watch the full game with commentary there.

@larsmenken2679 Жыл бұрын

She seems to be the calmest person in the world, but once she commentates on chess it is like she is commentating on a horse race. And she is like 10 moves ahead of the game, inside of 10 seconds. A treasure!

@jamescrenshaw5097 Жыл бұрын

@@super0nofa Never been on Twitch. I will see if I can figure it out

@michaelfortunato1860 Жыл бұрын

Mr. Winter seems like a very nice person. Nice game!

@robertakerman3570 Жыл бұрын

So, was it like back to back "blunders" that ended the game?

@andyproudfoot9073 Жыл бұрын

I can vouch for the fact that Mr Winter is indeed a very nice person! (Hi Kevin 👋). He does need to remember to drink something during the game though ☕, especially at his age 👴!

@robertakerman3570 Жыл бұрын

@@andyproudfoot9073 @ least small sips.

@manykindsofgeek5906 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loving the Icelandic chess. Your attitude towards fighting chess is great to see. No cheap draws, never surrender, and “you think you can beat me, prove it” energy 👏

@kingofmontechristo Жыл бұрын

People who use the word "energy" in any other context than physics are weird asf

@mariusm.8602 Жыл бұрын

@@kingofmontechristo you are weird asf

@Dune44 Жыл бұрын

@@kingofmontechristo Its actually a pretty common word nowadays to describe your mood or attitude. Its a lot more weird that you don’t know this, been living under a rock or something?

@stanouincustody Жыл бұрын

@@kingofmontechristo "look im not like other ppl!!"

@a_wild_Kirillian Жыл бұрын

@@kingofmontechristo, have you actually tried looking at the origin of that word? Because it was used way before physics became a separate science field. Exactly as a broad philosophical concept that can include mentality.

@clawsoon Жыл бұрын

It's a crazy idea, but it'd be fun to see you and Eric doing a recap together after your game tomorrow.

@FloofyCat Жыл бұрын

I second this

@pebble5335 Жыл бұрын

I third this

@erik.... Жыл бұрын

It's not the craziest idea I've heard, not even today.

@markl860 Жыл бұрын

Apparently Eric and Anna on OF

@tisban3013 Жыл бұрын

I fourth this

@cemsaglam9241 Жыл бұрын

4:34 "it feels like a... frogg" I LAUGHED SO HARD😂😂

@seanm3189 Жыл бұрын

Man I just want to give ur opponent a hug. He seems like such a lovable, adorable dude

@grahamredmond3891 Жыл бұрын

I've known Kevin for many years through playing chess in Bradford and Yorkshire league matches and he is a genuinely nice bloke..

@17Rxri Жыл бұрын

He actually played great until the end. What a win. Congrats to you, and to him for his great play.

@megalodon1726 Жыл бұрын

He plays with the general strength of a 2200 but sometimes makes a 1000-like mistake.

@megalodon1726 Жыл бұрын

I looked up his FIDE profile. He used to be above 1900.

@Drxcture Жыл бұрын

I literally saw Eric Rosen playing next to you and I was like: Yay Eric is there, but when you said that you two would play together in the next match, I went crazy. Good luck, you will need it.

@Fledermausmann Жыл бұрын

Actually, that's some good advice for your opponent. I think he needs to take a short break from the board for a while because it seems like he's running himself down. I mean you can only be 100% focused for so long before fatigue kicks in. Hoping he doesn't kick himself too hard over this loss and does well in the end.

@davidcarr9772 Жыл бұрын

Heart attack with his size. Worrying the obesity problem

@paulgoogol2652 Жыл бұрын

He didn't need to because he was operating at 1% of his actual potential.

@CristanMeijer Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I've heard that your focus drops of after the time of a sitcom (25 minutes) and for optimal performance, you should move after that time.

@rubix71 Жыл бұрын

This guy seems so chill... Great game!

@boaz7028 Жыл бұрын

He seems so sweet i was lowkey rooting for him

@hoxiecotton Жыл бұрын

@@boaz7028 I kinda was too xD he seems oldschool

@lukebrennan5780 Жыл бұрын

Pia softly and gently raging at Anna's moves. Love the twitch streams! Pia is awesome.

@mohamedkaddouri9622 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to rewatch them now ? lol I am not familiar with Twitch

@a_wild_Kirillian Жыл бұрын

@@mohamedkaddouri9622, the VODs are available there

@bastianfischer6052 Жыл бұрын

It´s so great you`re playing competetive chess in "real" tournaments again. These videos are so much fun to watch and so exciting. Wish you success!

@supertron6039 Жыл бұрын

Love how you see Eric Rosen in the background the entire video as a foreshadowing and then at the end Anna reveals he's her next opponent.

@RobertNichols-kn7ch Жыл бұрын

Can we all forget the chess game for a second, and notice Eric Rosen in the background. Legend

@Bach432hz Жыл бұрын

lol could.t stop thinking about this

@bowserificB Жыл бұрын

Yes, that’s all I was thinking while she was talking.

@krusbaer11 Жыл бұрын

You can notice him more in next round since he is Anna's opponent :)

@nychter1da Жыл бұрын

That's not Eric Rosen in the Background. Just someone who looks unsettlingly similar ;)

@whocares2277 Жыл бұрын

@@nychter1da They put all the streamers on fixed boards. Unless they play each other, then one of them has to move.

@dscotthoward7467 Жыл бұрын

Wish we had Pia's commentary at the end on Twitch. She might have exploded with excitement though. What a great finish. Keep it up tomorrow (2AM here in Bellingham, Wa. USA). GO ANNA!

@JunkBondTrader Жыл бұрын

15:33 Eric peeking over with an interesting expression.

@littlebigideas7700 Жыл бұрын

Mr Winter is a REALLY nice person. I literally meet mr winter every couple of months because we play the same tournaments here in the UK.

@tripprolle Жыл бұрын

15:34 when rosen stares into the camera is golden

@Tetsujinfr Жыл бұрын

You are good at keeping the suspense up to the end Anna. Glad you won that match, your opponent was indeed a serious contender. Good luck for the other rounds!

@jerrypetrole4604 Жыл бұрын

Good luck tomorrow Anna!! You've got this. Trust yourself :) Thanks for the great recaps!

@beastrace81 Жыл бұрын

love your recaps Anna your passion and enthusiasm for chess is great

@cassidy99ful Жыл бұрын

Glad you learned to never underestimate your opponent.

@learnwthbrain5347 Жыл бұрын

Great play good luck for next match . I am rooting for you ❤️

@howzany6832 Жыл бұрын

@4:50 if your brain feels like a sponge it could be inflammation which could be caused by stress, and I recommend Ashwaganda root for that, and/or it could be just being really depleted, I'd eat salmon that is wild caught and fatty to get some omega 3 fatty acids to refuel that brain. Hope it helps!

@sampearson2183 Жыл бұрын

I love how you point out your mistakes. A reminder to all you can overcome mistakes.

@supermanprime6758 Жыл бұрын

I've been watching too many videos when I start to recognize other players in the background

@neurology2263 Жыл бұрын

he almost sacrifices the ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOK

@alanclaytonrighteousviolen1715 Жыл бұрын

Just found your page. Your approach is very refreshing. Allowing us to watch your losses as well as your wins and being completely transparent. You make it more human. Thank you.

@richardsmith881 Жыл бұрын

Very good recap, Anna. I love your energy and competitiveness. Add to that your genuine, ever-present smile and you are a joy to watch.

@davidcarr9772 Жыл бұрын

Is it only the brilliant Dina Belenkaya that's been winning? Anna and Alex not doing as well. I think Dina has the killer instinct and cool under pressure and higher rated. Anna and Alex seem to cope less with the pressure. Alex is to hard on herself and Anna. Proud as she is, must be hard living in your parents shadow. As Pia is a beast in a good way. Love her mum!

@CoffeeWithFred Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you playing in-person tournaments.

@danielcapek5782 Жыл бұрын

Over the board is a better term

@guillegermo9406 Жыл бұрын

Anna, it's just so crazy the way you transmit that energy of being there. I'm so happy to watch my two favorite masters playing against each other!! Good luck to both from Córdoba!! 🇦🇷

@rreiter Жыл бұрын

3:20 Love Anna's delivery, "they're very very very weak. So, oh no they're very weak because...". lol, perhaps they're very very weak.

@drziggyabdelmalak1439 Жыл бұрын

Anna, your analysis is not just fun to watch [your personality makes it so] but useful for we mere mortal chess players to see how to improve our games! Thanks.

@mikeuuuytffvghjjoopoiytf Жыл бұрын

If Eric says DOH! My bishop! Don't fall for it!

@realphenom Жыл бұрын

Its fun to see crazy game like that sometimes. Keep improving Anna i think you can become a international master in the near future.

@tactrix1h Жыл бұрын

Don't feel bad, I have days where I'll play 78-93% accuracy in like 15 games, and then I'll have 1 game where I swear to god, I'll think "ok it was a bad game but I only probably had like 55% accuracy" and I'll run the analysis and the computer will go "you had a 34% accuracy." So I know EXACTLY what you mean about playing full of mistakes for no reason at all. Good luck tomorrow and in all your other games! I'm really enjoying this content both you and your mom are fantastic and right in your element.

@abclookmypee Жыл бұрын

" my brain feels like a frog, no a swan, sponge" - Anna Cramling 2023

@blackuprise Жыл бұрын

Rosen getting roasted in the background :D, 12:10

@GarySlegg Жыл бұрын

I don't think Kevin would want to be reminded how long he's been playing chess for 😂😂😂

@Hannwes Жыл бұрын

Even if you had to take his rook with yours in the end, after queen takes you have the same fork with your knight winning back the queen and winning a rook in the trade.

@michaelmelen9062 Жыл бұрын

The overall understanding I have gleaned from your Reykjavik reports is that Chess is not just a game of skill, study, planning, and evaluation, but as important are the emotions and attitudes/psychology. I'm starting to understand better why Bobby Fischer was able to gain advantages against his opponents before the matches began (as an example). And I am starting to understand how fascinating the "off the table" aspects of Chess can be. Thanks, Anna!

@markl860 Жыл бұрын

Mr Winter is a top g

@williethomas5116 Жыл бұрын

Anna, as a former tournament player. Anyone who plays constantly in tournaments gets used to the pressure and if they come prepared we are dangerous to people who are stronger but don't have the tournament play. There is no accounting for the pressure of match play. I peaked at a rating of 1724 in the early mid 90s but beat an expert and a master at the 1993 US Open because I was prepared and handled the pressure well. Won class a b prize.

@jRoy7 Жыл бұрын

This series of tournament streams and recaps have been so enjoyable!

@philipdematteo Жыл бұрын

Good luck and thank you for the recaps. Keep up the good work and great play...

@japphan Жыл бұрын

He played way above 1600 for most of the game. Such a weird line giving up your castling rights, but if it works, it works. Such a nifty way to play against higher rated opponents.

@Mun61Wun Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Enjoyed your post-game commentary.

@color_pens5542 Жыл бұрын

15:25 literally eric rosen in the background lol

@bopete3204 Жыл бұрын

He's there the entire time

@paulgoogol2652 Жыл бұрын

His last move showed a good sense of humor.

@_timetravels4528 Жыл бұрын

A motivated and upcurve working 1500. working on his/her games , going at the club and attending tournaments is actually very dangerous lol.

@WaundersOJ Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed seeing both of your smiles after his resigning, seems like a nice guy

@mikemonohon197 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Anna. Always a great joy to go over a chess game. It is appreciated and w are grateful. 🌹

@craighobbs1840 Жыл бұрын

Well done Anna, great to watch these battles. Love watching your videos, your video "The SECRET To Stop Blundering Your Pieces In Chess" vastly improved my chess. Still very new, but enjoying it more and more.

@jamesduggan7200 Жыл бұрын

Yes, a sponge - I've heard that description before. Okay, time to start playing.

@rutts499 Жыл бұрын

Anna I am absolutely loving these recaps 😹 I was on the edge of my seat for that last one! Congratulations, great come back!

@dovydasbalciunas5002 Жыл бұрын

I love your laugh and your chess commentary! 😁

@BassPhat Жыл бұрын

I was always told "play the board, not the player" but I have zero theory.

@jimmyros2110 Жыл бұрын

I somehow got super invested in this series. Pia's commentary is so amazing and then seeing your thoughts afterwards. I think he did a lot of prep work for this game that's why he got such a good opening against you. You did amazing and Good luck against Eric tomorrow!

@KevinWilson-nc5fk Жыл бұрын

What a brilliant video!!! Loved seeing a local British player facing a word famous steamer. Kevin you played a great game. Ana, your enthusiasm is infectious, a real credit to chess. Good luck in the rest of the tournament.

@aartadventure Жыл бұрын

A great game, and your opponent was a powerhouse in the early and mid phases.

@toaster4693 Жыл бұрын

I start the video, I see Anna's smile, and it makes me smile. Good stuff.

@FloofyCat Жыл бұрын

GGs! And good luck against Eric. Watch out for his "Oh no my Queen"s!!

@cz19856 Жыл бұрын

I believe against d6, as a 2000+ player you should consider d4 and then e4, let them play a Pirc or a Modern (or a Philidor) and try to squeeze them with the classical lines (Nc3, Nf3, Be2, 0-0,(Bc4 against the Philidor), h3, a4), otherwise, you give your opponent an easier, more comfortable game, like what you saw in this game.

@Tcuczikeh Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your reviews, Anna. Your games really improves my personal repertoire and knowledge of how to deal with some difficult positions, like this one in the video. I was 1000 a month ago and after your videos (and some literature with very patient analysis of Fischer's games lol) i skyrocketed to 1500. Good luck in your next games)

@Tessegg Жыл бұрын

and in the end he finally moved THE ROOOOOOOK

@dowaliby1 Жыл бұрын

Ha ha!

@nehohp1938 Жыл бұрын

I just started watching you a few days ago cus I love chess and now im following your series of victory. Also I found out that you can speak excellent swedish sooooooooooooo... Hej hej hoppas att du vinner och snyggt jobbat med denna vinst. Du är väldigt fantastisk och du gör så roliga videos att kolla på. Heja!

@MrDmoe33 Жыл бұрын

This guy seems like the guy id wanna play a game against just for fun.

@roberttg5108 Жыл бұрын

kids don’t have a fear of losing, they play because it is play to them, Fun, they enjoy playing the game. Even If they lose the game, they are ready to play again . How different how an adult gets scared when they feel their pride is on the line, it makes the adult nervous and that fear has to be overcome because it occupies the mind and affects concentration. So, I hope Anna enjoys her next rounds for the fun of the playing, win or lose.....with no scary nerves. Have Fun, or it isn’t worth playing.

@markalliss9172 Жыл бұрын

Love the channel. Learning a lot. Thank you for sharing and reviewing your games.

@salvadorsempere1701 Жыл бұрын

"I´m worse, but i didn´t accept a draw". A true Bellon, from head to toes.....

@sigurviarsson2750 Жыл бұрын

Please include some reaction and commentary from your mom in those recap VIDEOS 🙏 Pia the G.O.A.T

@vicarludens Жыл бұрын

This would be so good! But as she is making these videos shortly after finish and analysis of the game, I doubt she has time for this. If she will prepare a recap of the whole tournament, once she is back home, it would be a great opportunity. Pia's commentary is great!

@kaspervercruysse5710 Жыл бұрын

Think it's hard for her to do during the tournament when she is quite busy, unless she has an editor or something?

@tedgerahedron Жыл бұрын

At 7:49 you're just very heartwarming. This is the best game yet. He is a great opponent.

@John-pn7bh Жыл бұрын

That guy did seem like a very nice guy.

@exdejesus Жыл бұрын

Another great recap! I think you're right: by you hanging in there and pressuring him with good ideas, he was bound to make a blunder of some kind that you could capitalize on. Congratulations!

@ifixfridges7792 Жыл бұрын

love the recaps!!

@alaskaaksala123 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your recaps! Keep them coming!

@marcellobosio9089 Жыл бұрын

Totally loved this video. Your commentary was so relatable. I'm so rooting for you.

@machintruc9457 Жыл бұрын

good game anna ! You had difficult time at the beginning, but you managed to win anyway. Wish you luck for the rest of the tournament.

@kevinwellwrought2024 Жыл бұрын

Black made several beginner’s moves, his performance is 1550.

@TheMisterNebo Жыл бұрын

Very lucky game - and indeed the 1600 rating effect happened, a major blunder. But don't forget that you are a massive KZfaq personality which could be daunting to your opponents, and you are very charismatic and have a higher rating than he had - and all of it is being recorded, so he must have felt a lot of pressure. Well done on the win!

@blanchae Жыл бұрын

A lot of people don't realize how much brain stamina is required to play in tournaments. When I played back in the 80s, I would win short games but struggle with long games. I could feel my brain slowly stop thinking. During a match, in between moves, I would get up, walk around, splash water on my face, eat chocolate, sweets - anything to get energy back. I had a concentration stamina limit and when I reached it, the game was over and I would lose. I believe your opponent reached his concentration limit.

@jimih02 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to win this game Anna! You were a little bit foggy the first half of the game but then you got your act together figured out how to win. I'm glad you didn't take a draw. I kind of figured he is only rated 1600 and you are very much higher. Best of luck tomorrow! I look forward to watching the game between you and Eric Rosen! Consult with your mom to be ready to play him! Love you Anna!

@catsrule9841 Жыл бұрын

i always assume every player is like that anton from ratatouille, i start off saying what would you like sir, he proceeds to say, your heart on a spit, i put my hands near my face shaking and grimacing.

@almightyhydra Жыл бұрын

Operation: Knight Jailbreak in a double header with Operation: Imprison the Bishop

@MrDrummerDeluxe Жыл бұрын

Never underestimate your opponent, especially when someone dropped in rating. After all even players like Magnus and Hikaru are currently below their peek rating.

@Amadeus_Flyfishing Жыл бұрын

I watched the second half of the game and your comeback was incredible to watch, well deserved win! You could see he got really stressed out under the time pressure, but he played very well until that, especially if you consider his official rating.

@Haammmzzzz Жыл бұрын

Eric playing against Oh No my blood pressure 😭

@alveolate Жыл бұрын

you could try to do a post-reykjavik party with all your opponents!

@773soccer Жыл бұрын

This was a great match to watch

@anomalyp8584 Жыл бұрын

Feel bad for the guy too. He played very solidly, until he ran out of preparation

@thomascee Жыл бұрын

Rosen in the background!!! Can't wait for your game with him tomorrow!

@billbusen Жыл бұрын

It would be fun to hear after the tournament, an assessment of your current strengths and weaknesses. That breakdown would probably be helpful for people who have trouble systematizing their study.

@brucecrane9605 Жыл бұрын

You're fearless, fall on your sword. No draw. So very entertaining. Chess Princess.

@MrPG41 Жыл бұрын

I do not play chess, just know the basics.. but you are such a positive person and just..bubbly, so i keep watching and have no idea about all these moves :D but who knows, maybe i will get into chess!