Dan Heisman's Improve Your Chess
Endgame Series: Larsen-Kasparov 1983

In his new series on endgames, NM Heisman selects GM/master games that are decided in the endgame, showing the entire game but concentrating on the endgame play. The idea is to present practical, instructive endgames of all types, not just "theoretical" positions or difficult wins, although any type of endgame may be included. These videos are aimed at players with USCF/FIDE ratings in the range of 1100-1900; however, players outside that range may benefit as well.

Today's show: On his road to the World Championship, Kasparov gets an even endgame vs legend Bent Larsen. Like a modern Carlsen, he continues to poke and probe until Larsen finds himself in a difficult position. Faced with three king moves, Larsen chooses the wrong one and Kasparov weaves a neat mating net.

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