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Alekhine-Chatard Attack

Alekhine-Chatard Attack

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I just finished this game, and was wondering what other peoples thoughts are on the Chatard Attack. Do you think it is better for black to accept the pawn sac, or to continue, and ignore the pawn?

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Which move did you plan, 15. Bxg6 or 15. Rxh7?

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15.Rxh7

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My opinion is that black should definitely take the pawn. This line falls into the typical gambit category. Its very dangerous and black needs to defend well, but black should be able to safely capture.

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Hehe, I was black in that initial game!
In my defence, I just finished a game wherein I played against the chatard attack much better.

Game 5817154

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Nice game. However, methinks white is much better after 12.hxg6.

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Yea the Chatard Attack is pretty scary for black. It's mega tactical and black is defending for a VERY long time but I think if black can hold out his structure and central control will give him the edge.