Grandmaster_Match_Winning_Strategies_Flashcards

Question 1

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Answer 1

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Question 2

Match Strategy: Opening Score (0–0)

Answer 2

Use standard play. Avoid risky gammons unless position is strong.

Question 3

Match Strategy: Leading (e.g. 3–0)

Answer 3

Play for gammons. Your opponent fears falling further behind.

Question 4

Match Strategy: Trailing (e.g. 1–4)

Answer 4

Avoid gammons. Cube early and take late to stay in the match.

Question 5

Crawford Game Strategy

Answer 5

Gammons are irrelevant. Focus on simple, efficient wins.

Question 6

Post-Crawford Strategy

Answer 6

Double aggressively. Any win ends the match. Take very narrowly.

Question 7

Match Equity Awareness

Answer 7

Use MET to evaluate cube/take decisions and gammon risks.

Question 8

Gammon Sensitivity: Gammon Wins Match

Answer 8

Play on! Don’t double too early — keep gammon equity alive.

Question 9

Gammon Sensitivity: Gammon Loses Match

Answer 9

Avoid gammon-prone positions. Go for racing safety.

Question 10

Psychology: Unusual Doubles

Answer 10

Use them to induce take/pass errors and apply pressure.

Question 11

Checker Play: Trailing

Answer 11

Consider bold plays and backgames to create volatility.

Question 12

Checker Play: Leading

Answer 12

Play safely, reduce opponent’s chances, and avoid counterplay.