Round 6 results and the round 7 draw:
http://www.chess-results.com/tnr280191. ... =30&wi=984
Round 6 report by Malcolm Birks:
"We don't play hope chess" Charlie said.
Hang on...is hope not allowed? Crunching calculation and the remorseless logic of the position, they are the only things than matter apparently. How about faith then? Faith in the position, faith in the game and, most of all, faith in yourself. Yes, you certainly need faith out here. Amidst the tension and edge of raw competition, keeping a handle on yourself and the context and the meaning of it all is important. It's just a game after all...I think.
One of the most interesting aspects of being at an international competition, is observing the different ways in which individual countries approach chess. Many of our best moments as a team have come when our, generally, more dynamic manner of play has confronted the rigid but more disciplined approach of several of the other countries. A true clash of cultures.
Round 6 brought a mixture of fortunes. There were good wins for Joe, Dhruv and Abbey, putting them into contention at the top of their respective sections. Adam, who, to his great credit, is still unbeaten in the competition, handled a tough position to draw.
Aarnavh, yet again, played for four hours for an excellent win. The hot and stuffy conditions unfortunately took their toll on a couple of the England players. Nevertheless, Samuel and Calum held out for creditable draws.
With three rounds to go, the team are in good spirits and there is still lots to play for.
Hope and faith...you've got to hold on to them.
"I'm not the one who got it wrong. I'm the only one who got it right". Carrie Mathison.
