Yifan loses first game
Child prodigy Hou Yifan lost the first game of the World Women's chess championships at Nalchik. Three more normal time games remain for her to try and catch Kosteniuk. Alexandra is keen to make the most of this second chance at the title.
Faced with a mate in 5, Hou resigned on move 48 in a closed Ruy Lopez game.
Results:
Game 1 - Hou Yifan vs Alexandra Kosteniuk 0-1 48 (Closed Ruy Lopez)
Faced with a mate in 5, Hou resigned on move 48 in a closed Ruy Lopez game.
Results:
Game 1 - Hou Yifan vs Alexandra Kosteniuk 0-1 48 (Closed Ruy Lopez)
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