Polgar on Wesly So 'so next round assignment GATA Kamsky

GM Susan Polgar : Wesley did exactly what he had to do to hold Ivanchuk. He played a "boring" opening with very little for Black to play for. He managed his clock sufficiently. Well done! Now comes the next big task. Gata is a VERY tough player for anyone in match format. He is a grinder. He is very patient. He will not self destruct.

The weakest part of Gata's game is his opening. However, his middlegame and endgame skill is his strength. He is also mentally strong and he is a very experienced player. I know Gata for a long time. He played many big matches in his career.

Wesley MUST be very patient and be prepared to play long and intense games. It is very difficult for any player in the world to blow Gata off the board. He is a world-class defender.

Wesley needs to play aggressively but not risky. It is critical for Wesley NOT to get into time pressure against Gata.