Slav Defense: Chebanenko Variation

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The Central Break That Won It | Samaganova vs Banini, 2026

Samaganova, Aleksandra vs Gertrude Banini

Samaganova vs Banini turned on a forcing finish. When and why the centre is challenged with a pawn — the moment the structure changes, and the plans that change with it.

• Pawn Break
• Mating Attack
• King Safety
• Open File

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