Unfortunately not; Terry just lost (sacrificed?) a piece. Fernandes used a lot of time but will win if he makes the time control.John McKenna wrote:Keith deserves a rest after his exertions in the previous round and the Doctor is probably still recuperating from his birthday bash. I predict a solid draw for Terry today as he is playing a patently patient opening strategy.
Houdini says Black should have played 16...Nxc3 which wins a pawn though it does look risky. His 16...Nb6 looked awfully timid though might have been OK if he had played the N back to d5 immediately,
A few minutes later: Terry has resigned.