GothamChess Faces Julien Song

The Gotham vs Song 2026 match is officially underway, and this video reviews the first classical game between IM Levy Rozman, the world’s biggest chess content creator, and rising IM Julien Song. As part of GothamChess’s Road to GM journey, this classical game played in Madrid under a 90+30 time control sets the tone for a high-stakes 14-game match featuring classical, rapid, and blitz chess. We break down the opening ideas, middlegame plans, critical moments, and strategic themes that defined this opening classical battle.

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