GM Davorin Kuljasevic - Pawns are the Soul of Chess - Video 2

GM Kuljasevic is back with a wonderful series about pawns and their importance in the game. Don't miss the first video! "In this course, we will discuss various unique aspects of pawn play. We will illustrate these concepts with interesting examples and quiz exercises. The goal of the course is not only for you to enjoy the presented material but also to help you better recognize typical situations in the game when pawn moves should be considered, as well as what kinds of pawn moves can have the greatest impact on the game.". __Video 2 - Pawns tactical potential__ Pawns often play an important role in tactical operations. In this chapter, we will examine some of the most common ones: clearance, blocking, diagonal geometry, and pawn promotion. Knowledge of these tactical devices will serve as a strong foundation for the upcoming chapters in which similar or even more tactically complex examples will be discussed.