Fernandez: Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2021

Autor: Fernandez, Daniel
Verlag / Hersteller: Thinkers Publishing
Erscheinungsjahr: 2022
Sprache: Englisch
Buchumschlag: paperback
Seiten: 750

Complete Tournament Analysis of Tata Steel 2021 – Elite Play from Wijk aan Zee

Daniel Fernandez documents the 2021 Tata Steel Chess Tournament, one of the world's most prestigious annual events held in Wijk aan Zee. The tournament delivered a remarkable upset when young Dutch grandmaster Jorden van Foreest claimed first place after a dramatic tiebreak against Anish Giri, both finishing with 8.5/13 ahead of World Champion Magnus Carlsen.

This 750-page tournament book combines complete game coverage with in-depth opening analysis and player-by-player commentary. It serves advanced players and club enthusiasts seeking insight into elite tournament strategy and the decisive moments that shaped this unexpected outcome.

Highlights

• Full analysis of all games from the perspective of White pieces, with commentary on strategic themes and tactical turning points
• Deep opening repertoire analysis supported by engine analysis and cloud computing resources
• Exclusive interview with winner Jorden van Foreest by Belgian chess journalist Gert Devreese
• Round-by-round bulletins documenting the tournament's progression and key developments
• Full-page photographs capturing the atmosphere and key moments from Wijk aan Zee
• Games featuring World Champion Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, and other elite competitors

Essential reading for players studying elite tournament play and the opening preparation of world-class competitors.

FAQ

Does this book cover the tiebreak games between van Foreest and Giri?
The book documents the tournament that culminated in van Foreest's victory over Giri in the tiebreak. While the primary focus is on the 13 rounds of classical chess, the context and significance of the tiebreak that decided the tournament are covered.

What level of players will find this book most useful?
The book is designed for advanced club players and above. It combines detailed opening analysis with strategic commentary on games between world-class opponents, making it most valuable for those with solid tournament experience and interest in elite-level preparation.

How are the games annotated and analyzed?
Games are presented from White's perspective with commentary on both opening preparation and middlegame decision-making. Analysis includes engine evaluations generated using cloud computing, providing modern assessment alongside human insight.