"Li Sang is strong and well-rounded. So Yukari, if there is any weakness in him now, or where he is still slightly lacking, what do you think? ”

In the Japanese studio, Hideyuki Fujisawa and Yukari Umezawa were explaining the game in the form of questions and answers.

"This ...... There are many chess players who think that Li Sang's chess lacks a sense of balance, and only the more complicated and chaotic the situation, the more powerful Li Sang's chess will be. Mr. Hideyuki, do you think that's the case? ”

"That's right...... Fujisawa Hideyuki said with a smile, "...... What is the biggest feature of the "Star, Worry-free Corner" layout that Ma Jun presented today? ”

The old god stick didn't talk too much nonsense, not to mention what he meant by Yukari Umezawa, even many ordinary chess fans who were watching the live broadcast understood it.

In the three-pandemic layout, the "Chinese stream" or "disguised Chinese stream" can be considered as the "speed" layout. Only the "star, worry-free corner" layout, this type of layout can be called "balanced", which emphasizes speed when playing chess, which is a very important feature of modern Go. Therefore, it is not surprising that a layout type like "Chinese Stream" has become popular. But why do so many chess players like to play the "star, worry-free corner" type of layout?

If you look closely, you can even spot one such interesting phenomenon. In real history, from the late 80s to the early 90s, the most popular layout was the "triple star", which can be classified as "speed type" like the "Chinese stream". From the end of the 90s to the turn of the century. The most prevalent thing in the world chess world is the "Chinese stream in disguise". In the years before Li Xiaoqiang's rebirth, the popular one became "China Stream" again.

But these layout types have a characteristic, just like the ebb and flow of the tide, you can see it everywhere when the tide is high, as if it is used by professional chess players. And when the tide is low, it is almost nowhere to be seen.

But "Star, Sanssouci Corner" is different, this layout never seems to be a big hit. But there has never been a recession. It has been popular in the world chess scene for decades, and it looks like it will continue to be popular.

Why is this happening? This is not without reason.

Generally speaking, it is very taboo to have inconsistent ideas when playing chess. For example, when you lay out the "speed" layout of "triple star" and "Chinese stream" in the game, then your later chess ideas must always focus on "speed", otherwise it is not in line with chess theory. You lay down the "triple star" pretending to be around the big look, and after a few hands, you start to make a lot of ground, this kind of chess is not to say that you can't do it, but this kind of play will always be a little awkward, right? In the same way, you started to show the "Chinese flow" and unfolded quickly. You can't immediately switch to Mr. Otake's "turtle step". If this kind of contradiction occurs in the game, it will not end well in most cases.

This is one of the fun things about Go, which has a characteristic layout, and is often easily limited by its own characteristics.

For example, in Nie Whirlwind's peak chess, he almost never plays "Chinese stream", which is more of a matter of personal preference, but there is more or less this reason.

But what about a balanced layout like "Star, Worry-Free Corner", this type of layout is different. It can be said that in this world. "Equilibrium" or "equilibrium" is always relative, and "unbalanced" is absolute. This is true not only of Go, but of most of the world.

"Star, worry-free corner" is known as "balanced". But this equilibrium can be broken at any time. It can be both offensive and defensive. You can not only surround the big pattern, but also practice kung fu chess, which can be quickly deployed. You can also take a leisurely turtle walk...... In other words, with this layout, you can respond according to your opponent's response. Adjust your play at any time.

What does this mean? This represents calmness, this represents this deeper freedom. Therefore, the layout of "Star, Worry-free Corner" can be favored by many professional chess players, and it can always be prosperous in the Go world, which is not without its reason.

"I now understand that Ma Xiaofei does have many benefits to using this layout today. The first benefit is that it can have a surprising effect, and when everyone thinks he needs to change, he chooses to stay the same, which must be a bit unexpected by his opponent. The second benefit is to be able to give full play to his own strengths, and it is said that this layout is Mr. Ma's favorite to use, and he must have a lot of experience with this layout. The third benefit is that it is easier to catch the weaknesses of your opponents. Because of this balanced approach, and his opponent is a weakness in this regard. Mr. Hideyuki, am I right to sum it up like this? ”

"It's summed up quite well, it's worthy of taking the Yukari ...... of the female stream Honinbo" Fujisawa Hideyuki teased first, and the old god stick then added: "...... But you're missing a point, a crucial one! I even think that this is the difference between winning and losing the game. ”

"Oh? What is it? ”

"Although Li Sang is very strong, Ma Jun is also the world's first-rate top master. It can be said that on a technical level, the two of them are not much different. In the face of such a big victory, the mental factor is very important. From Ma Jun's choice of this opening, this made me see his calmness and courage. It's not easy! So I think if Li Sang wants to win this set, he has to be up to 12 points. ”

Take one's time! Just now in the analysis of the characteristics of "star, worry-free corner" is that the two of them explained it very clearly, so what is courage? The old god stick further explains:

"Ma Jun is not simple, you also said just now, with the same layout, Ma Jun has lost two sets to Li Sang this year. He chose this opening again today, which is a very clever strategy, but it still takes a lot of courage to really make such a choice. But today, I clearly saw Ma Jun's calmness and his courage. With such a Ma Jun, I think even the chessboard wizard Li Xiaoqiang may not be able to defeat him easily......"

The old god stick is not a loss is the old god stick, and now there are only 5 hands on the chessboard. was summed up by him so many one, two, three, four, one by one, it sounded like it was really like that. Yukari Umezawa didn't pay attention to anything else, she only noticed the last words of the old god stick. Yukari Umezawa's face changed slightly, of course, no one noticed the change in her expression:

"Mr. Xiuyuki, do you think this game ...... chess?"

TV viewers can't see the change in Yukari Umezawa's expression, but the old god stick, who is close to her, can notice it. The old god stick laughed:

"Hahaha, I didn't say anything just now, and now that the game has just begun, of course I can't predict the final outcome now. Now let's continue to play chess......"

Is the old god stick's prediction correct? The game continued step by step, and so did the explanations of the two of them.

During the morning game:

“…… Sir, in the past, when dealing with "Xing, Sanssouci Corner", the first choice was often "split throw", and Takeo Takeo's predecessor even said, "Split pitch is only this hand, and after having this hand, white chess is already invincible". However, when Li Sang dealt with the "star, worry-free corner", he was generally a "hanging corner", and never chose "split investment", I have never even seen him play "split investment", do you think his choice is reasonable? ”

“…… Well, "hanging corners" is a more aggressive way to play than "split throwing". Since this move was made by the chessboard wizard first. The chess played by the top masters, everyone naturally followed the trend seriously. What was previously thought to be a "split investment" is now almost invisible. And judging from a large number of actual combat reviews, this step is not only established, but the effect does seem to be better than the shot. This is why Li Sang is so highly regarded by everyone, and the emergence of young chess players such as him and South Korea's Li Shifo is violently impacting the preconceived notions of the Go world......"

“…… White's moves are fast, and now a large change is made in the upper left corner. This change has been seen a lot in the last year or two, and it can be regarded as a "new stone". It can be seen that Li Sang has a lot of experience in the changes that follow. Although it is said that the star and worry-free corner layout is Mr. Ma's "winning chess layout", but when it comes to familiarity, he may not be able to be stronger than Li Sang. Li Sang was able to win two sets in a row against him, which is a clear proof of this...... Yes? Mr. Ma has taken a step to become a novice! I've never seen this move before. Mr. Hideyuki, can you analyze what this move means......"

“…… The first impression of this move is that it is a good move! Ma Jun really came prepared. This is the first time I've seen this move, so if I was asked to do a detailed technical analysis, it would be difficult. But from a feeling point of view, it's a good move with a positive attitude. It's not about how sharp he is, it's about making it difficult for his opponent to choose. Let's not go into detail here, let's see what white will choose......"

At around 3 p.m.:

“…… Yes? What does the move of white mean? Mr. Hideyuki, do you understand the meaning of this move......

“…… This and this, although I don't understand the meaning of this move for a while, but this is a chess game played by a chessboard wizard after all. Let's continue to see how the actual battle goes......"

4 p.m.:

“…… Sir, what do you think of the current situation? ”

Hideyuki Fujisawa did not immediately answer Yukari Umezawa's words. After a long time, I saw the old god's eyes slightly closed, and he sighed softly:

"Alas! Li San, he shook ......"

At 5 o'clock in the afternoon, Li Xiaoqiang in the game room barely squeezed out a smile, and he signaled to admit defeat in the middle game.

With Ma Xiaofei's beautiful comeback, the final of this year's "Toyo Securities Cup" has entered a white heat. (To be continued.) )