Kingside Pawn Majority
In this video series, How To Beat a Grandmaster, I'm going to look at positions which may seem drawn or even but that can be won with good technique even against a Grandmaster. In this video we look at the Kingside Pawn Majority.
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This video is part of the "How To Beat a Grandmaster" series, where we explore endgame positions that may appear drawn or balanced but can actually be converted to wins with proper technique - even against the strongest players.
What You'll Learn
- How to identify kingside pawn majority advantages
- Techniques for converting pawn majorities into wins
- Key endgame principles for pawn advancement
- How to coordinate your king with your pawns
- Creating passed pawns from majority situations
- Practical examples against strong opposition
Understanding Pawn Majorities
A kingside pawn majority occurs when you have more pawns on the kingside than your opponent. While this might seem like a small advantage, with proper technique it can be the decisive factor in winning endgames - even against grandmaster-level opposition.
Key Principle
The goal with a pawn majority is to create a passed pawn while keeping your opponent's counterplay under control. Timing and king activity are crucial elements in this process.
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