Round 5 Highlights from the Purdy Major!

The top 5 boards of the Purdy Major brought plenty of action! On the top board, Greg Canfell’s two extra pawns were enough to dethrone Tony Zheng, who was leading into the round. Aiden Odenthal ended Justin Dingley’s great run with an exchange sacrifice followed by a pawn break, hunting down Justin’s king. Ethan Chang also claimed victory over Ian Stalker, while Ian Welch defeated Rob Watson. Lucas Ni and Daniel Wang’s game ended in a drawn bishop ending.

Now, Canfell, Odenthal, and Chang are tied for the lead with 4.5/5. It’s getting tense at the top!

In the Minor, Round 6 looks like it’ll be a family affair as Joe and Clara Zhou both won their Round 5 games (against Marcus Ni and Greg Money) to share the lead.

Commentary by our Club President, Peter Abbott.