D Gukesh vs Ding Liren Game 14 Live Updates: Pacey chess on the board, not much, another draw on the cards Ding responds with 26. a4, aiming to push back Black’s b4 pawn and gain some space on the queenside. However, Gukesh plays a brilliant reply with 26…bxa3, capturing the a4 pawn and creating a passed pawn on the a-file. This move is a strong tactical choice, as it not only removes a threat but also provides Black with a potentially dangerous pawn to advance. Ding recaptures with 27. Rxa3, bringing his rook to the a-file to challenge Black’s newly created pawn. Gukesh then plays 27…g6, solidifying his kingside pawn structure and preventing any immediate threats from White’s rook or bishop on that side.
D Gukesh vs Ding Liren, World Chess Championship 2024, Game 14 Live Updates: Final classical game nears result in Singapore
