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: In a game featured from My 60 Memorable Games and McDonald's Break the Rules, Pilnik plays the opening passively and Fischer easily equalizes and more. Fischer keeps his advantage through a series of exchanges into an endgame with a favorable pawn structure. Fischer and McDonald both discuss Pilnik's chances of saving the game and in this video the engine Stockfish addresses both commentaries. As with many endgames in this series, eventually the inferior side has difficulties defending and finally caves in as Fischer wins.

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