Zugzwang: Vishy Anand - Jon Ludvig Hammer
The Arctic Securities Chess Stars Tournament with Vishy Anand, Magnus Carlsen, Judit Polgar and Jon Ludvig Hammer was played on 28-30th August in Kristiansund, Norway. Carlsen took the trophy after beating World Champion Anand in the final.
The game of our interest was played in the first round between Anand and Hammer. Anand is famous for his fantastic endgame technique in the positions where he has Bishop(s) and space advantage. The book “Practical Endgame Play - Beyond the Basics” by GM Glenn Flear is full of such instructive examples.
After a long struggle from the Italian opening, the players have reached the diagrammed position.

