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Tal's Magician Attack

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Mikhail Tal vs Bent Larsen

Tal's Magician Attack

1965
Candidates Match, Bled
Intermediate

The Magician from Riga demonstrates his legendary sacrificial style with a devastating attack.

Result: 1-0 - Black resigned

Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.

Reveal position every
37 moves

Key Moments

  • #27Tal begins the attack with Nd5!
  • #33Opening lines towards the king
  • #36Rf6! - The rook enters with devastating effect. Black resigned.