Originally posted by rubberjaw30If the two strongest players in the world (let's say Anand and Kramnik) were to have a 'theme match' with the Latvian, I'd expect white to score about 80%. (And about 65-70% with the Traxler.)
who cares?
the point is this:
black CAN draw, making it sound
it is sharper than several main lines, meaning that black can be presented with tactical shots if white isn't careful.
if white is careful, then black still has a safe draw with perfect play.
thus, the Latvian gambit can be a great opening in your reperitoire if you know what your doing.
Originally posted by Northern LadYour expectations are well-known nd its no need to repeat them again and again 😛
If the two strongest players in the world (let's say Anand and Kramnik) were to have a 'theme match' with the Latvian, I'd expect white to score about 80%. (And about 65-70% with the Traxler.)
Originally posted by Northern Ladtwo different players offer different variables, mood, stress differences, confidence, fatigue, etc..
If the two strongest players in the world (let's say Anand and Kramnik) were to have a 'theme match' with the Latvian, I'd expect white to score about 80%. (And about 65-70% with the Traxler.)
you should use engines to eliminate such variables.
have two Fritz engines set on max. strength play each other in a theme match of the Latvian gambit.
black should draw every game.
