28-03-2012, 02:07 PM
Round 2
Against Montenegro Peter inflicted a rare defeat on their Board 2, just as he did last year. However, the rest of us were less successful. Phil felt he should have drawn against his GM opponent (who beat Craig last year) but didn't play the best line. Alastair and Alan were ultimately defeated, too, by higher-ranked opponents (both FMs).
The second team also lost 3-1 (to Denmark 2), the highlight being Douglas defeating an FM opponent on Board 1. Once again Ian put up stiff resistance but didn't manage to hold the draw today.
Both teams should have a better chance tomorrow.
Against Montenegro Peter inflicted a rare defeat on their Board 2, just as he did last year. However, the rest of us were less successful. Phil felt he should have drawn against his GM opponent (who beat Craig last year) but didn't play the best line. Alastair and Alan were ultimately defeated, too, by higher-ranked opponents (both FMs).
The second team also lost 3-1 (to Denmark 2), the highlight being Douglas defeating an FM opponent on Board 1. Once again Ian put up stiff resistance but didn't manage to hold the draw today.
Both teams should have a better chance tomorrow.