Ossip Bernstein vs Bent Larsen (1954)

Ossip Bernstein vs Bent Larsen
Olympiad 1954 · Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50) · 0-1

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Feb-09-05		WhoKeres: A fascinating clash of generations! Amazingly, Bernstein and Larsen played twice at the Amsterdam Olympiad in 1954. In this game, Dr. Bernstein forgot about development and Larsen just crushed him.

Mar-19-05		Ingolf: When playing 10.Qe3, Bernstein had expected to trap the black knight after 11.-Nxa2 12.Ra1. However, the pin turns out to be an illusion, since 12.-Nb4 threatens Nc2#. According to Larsen's "50 selected games", Bernstien pondered the situation after 11.-Nxa2 for quite a long time. "Suddenly Bernstein raised his large head and looked at me: 'Sehr schön gespielt!'"

Sep-16-09		Tabanus: According to Larsen (50 Memorable Games), his first win over a GM.

Jul-23-11		sfm: <Ingolf: According to Larsen's "50 selected games"> I remember that comment. If I am not wrong he added: "Those who'd have said that the bishop on g4 was pointing into thin air must admit that the thin air around the opponents king can be quite significant!"

Feb-04-12		wordfunph: "I remember that somebody said to me before the game: 'Young man, it must be interesting for you to play against Bernstein, who already in 1907 made up his mind to withdraw from chess!'" - GM Bent Larsen Source: Bent Larsen's Best Games of Chess - Master of Counter Attack by Bent Larsen

Aug-18-12		twinlark: I remember reading all this from Larsen's memoir many years ago. Interesting that everyone else does also!

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