Black “GM Rick Richi“ vs White “Tony Mitchell“ GM Rick Richi misses a checkmate!

The game begins with 1. d4, a standard opening move, followed by g6, indicating the Modern Defense. White continues with 2. c3 and 3. e3, focusing on solidifying the central pawn structure. Black plays f5, a move that aims to control the center and expand on the kingside. In response, White plays 4. h3, a somewhat cautious move that prevents Black from advancing a pawn to g4. Black continues with e5, further asserting control over the center and preparing to develop the bishop. White plays d5, attempting to create imbalances and open up lines for their pieces. The game continues with both players developing their pieces. Black plays d6 and a series of moves follow where both sides maneuver their knights. White plays g3 to secure their king’s position, while Black develops the bishop to d7. At move 11, both players have completed their development and Black decides to castle kingside, reinforcing their king’s safety. White then captures Black’s bishop with 12. Bxf6, which allows Black to p