Meanwhile, on the table that was far from the front side where all the top players were fighting against each other, Claudia took a deep breath, trying to relax while also observing the board carefully. After having two draw results in a row, she was back to face a low-rated opponent, and this time, it was Briem Benedikt, a 15-year-old local boy with a rating of 2050. Of course, facing such an opponent, the girl aimed to win here.
'The situation is under control now. Even though the position is equal, the initiative is in my hands. His center is weak, and once I made a breakthrough, he would've been overwhelmed on the queenside. My kingside is also ready to march forward, and soon, the game will be in my bag. Good.' The girl nodded slightly, satisfied with her own performance. Then, she glanced at the front row where all of the top players fought against each other and couldn't help but mutter, 'I wonder how he is doing right now… Should I go and take a look?'
