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Superbet Classic 2025 Round 6: Nepomniachtchi's Brilliant Rook Sacrifice

Pawn Storm Staff June 9, 2026 at 10:46 PM 1 min read

Ian Nepomniachtchi uncorked a stunning exchange sacrifice on move 22 to outplay his opponent in a game that will be studied for years.

The Superbet Classic continued today in Bucharest, and Round 6 delivered the game of the tournament.

The Key Moment

After 22.Rxf6! gxf6 23.Qh5, White's attack proved unstoppable. The two bishops and queenside pawns more than compensated for the material deficit.

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