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Yury Markushin
Yury Markushin
03.07.2024
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Yury Markushin
03.07.2024

The great news is, IM Sieciechowicz is here with a quick-and-easy repertoire on the Bayonet Attack! And you are one click away from learning it!

Yury Markushin
Yury Markushin
03.07.2024
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Yury Markushin
03.07.2024

Want an easy-to-play opening for White that works every time? Check out the Colle-Zukertort System.

Prasanna Kumar
Prasanna Kumar
03.01.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
03.01.2024

In the Torre Attack, White prioritizes development and aims to control the center with the pieces. The opening moves of the Torre Attack are as follows.

IM Zaur Tekeyev
IM Zaur Tekeyev
02.22.2024
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IM Zaur Tekeyev
02.22.2024

Slav Defense is one of the best ways of dealing with the Queen’s Gambit with Black. It leads to solid positions with easy development and chances to play for a win. No wonder the Slav took a firm place in the repertoires of the best players in the world.

Prasanna Kumar
Prasanna Kumar
02.09.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
02.09.2024

The French Defense is a vast opening. It has a distinct flair to it that attracts players of all strengths. Some players like Wolfgang Uhlmann are such devout French players that they have played only the French defense throughout their entire career.

WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
01.25.2024
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WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
01.25.2024

Do you like to attack? Are you an active player who is looking to get into sharp positions right from the start? Or, perhaps, you want to have a good weapon for when you need a win? Then, the Scotch Gambit might be a good option to have in your repertoire. As in any gambit, […]

Prasanna Kumar
Prasanna Kumar
01.24.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
01.24.2024

In this article, we will take a look at the 10 Best Gambits for White. Gambits are fun and an effective surprise weapon. The best gambits for white offer dynamic and exciting play that can catch an unprepared opponent off guard. Since White has the advantage of the first move, Gambits for White are powerful […]

Prasanna Kumar
Prasanna Kumar
01.11.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
01.11.2024

Alekhine Defense is an opening that appeals to the rebellious mind. A mind not afraid to venture into uncharted territories away from the safe lands protected by Steinitzian principles. The opening starts with 1.e4 Nf6!? Whether this is a genius move or a grand bluff, that’s for history to decide.

WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
01.10.2024
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WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
01.10.2024

I hope that the 5 tips that will follow the intro will help you memorize chess openings faster. Who doesn’t like a nice, comfortable position after the opening? Who wouldn’t like to catch their opponent unprepared at the beginning of the game and score a short and sweet-win? This, and the advantage of not having […]

Yury Markushin
Yury Markushin
12.06.2023
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Yury Markushin
12.06.2023

Imagine how you’re outsmarting your opponents with some insane gambits… sitting down for a game, confident and ready to rock… Imagine scoring some quick wins without breaking a sweat… The good news is that GM Marian Petrov has just finished recording a new TCW Academy course covering the 5 Must-Know Gambits for White!