Chess with Sam Collins

Levon Aronian v Richard Rapport

Tata Steel Masters, 2017

Wesley So won the Tata Steel Masters, extending his undefeated streak to 56 games in the process. The tournament also featured a welcome return to form for Levon Aronian, a former world number two and potential World Championship contender.

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 b6

Rapport relied on the Queen’s Indian Defence against So and Giri in earlier rounds, getting good positions.

4.g3 Bb7 ...