Mastering the Open File with Grandmaster

Let's look a few scenarios of how to identify the potential advantage of open file and use it against your opponent.

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Creating a Battery to Take Control of the Open File

[White To Move]

Rce3 - This helps white in not only getting the rook on the open e-file but also enables them to play Re7+ next and get the rook on the 7th rank!

Removing the Opponent’s Rook from the Open File

[White To Move]

Be7 - There's only one open file in this position and currently both sides rooks are there. This move helps white in removing black's rook and taking control of the open file.

Bringing the Rook on the Open File

[Black To Move]

Rg8* - Black's rook on a8 wasn't dong much! This move them in bringing the rook on the open file!

Choosing the Right Open File

[Black To Move]

Ra8* - Black's rook wasn't doing much on e8, this move helps the rook to get on the open file!

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