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“It feels a little silly to annotate a game in which I didn't make a single move on my own, just following my preparation all the way. [...] A pretty finale. I was obviously hoping for the beauty prize sacrificing both my rooks and all, but OK, Im [sic] afraid requirements are one makes a move of his own for that it seems. Something I could avoid doing in the last five rounds in Dresden. Silly game, this chess.”

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Jan Gustafsson
Jan Gustafsson

Jan Gustafsson, born on June 25, 1979, is a renowned Swedish chess player. He has achieved remarkable success in the chess world, participating in numerous world-class competitions and winning excellent results. more

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