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Stefan Suvak Williams
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Stefan Suvak Williams
03.26.2024

Understanding chess algebraic notation is pivotal for professional chess players. In today’s guide, you’ll not only grasp reading and writing chess notations but also delve into analyzing others’ games to refine your own skills. Learning chess notation is a must-know for any ambitious chess player. It’ll allow you to read and write chess moves, spectate […]

Prasanna Kumar
03.21.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
03.21.2024

In Larsen’s opening (1.b3), White aims to steer the game away from the tried and tested paths with an immediate Queenside fianchetto.

Prasanna Kumar
03.14.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
03.14.2024

A lot of people ask the same question over and over again, how to get better at chess? At the outset improving in chess is the same as improving any skill – Learn. Practice. Analyze. Repeat. But there is a vast difference between what beginners need to ‘learn’ compared to Expert players. So how to […]

Prasanna Kumar
03.11.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
03.11.2024

Choosing the best chess openings for Black is a task that every player does at some point. Some decide to experiment with different openings to get a feel for positions, whereas others follow the recommendations of stronger players like their coach or friends.

WGM Raluca Sgircea, IM Renier Castellanos
03.07.2024

In this article, we are going to look at some of the most aggressive chess openings, for both white and black. The course of a game is oftentimes given by your opening choice. We have many openings in chess and they lead to different types of positions.

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.

Prasanna Kumar
02.27.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
02.27.2024

In this article, we will delve into how to start a chess game and learn how a beginner player can start a chess game. Once a player starts their chess journey, one of the first things they must do is learn how to start a chess game. So many moves are available to a player […]

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.

Yury Markushin
02.21.2024
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Yury Markushin
02.21.2024

Most chess players have a general idea of how to play the opening. However, they have problems understanding the middle-game strategies because it is not very straightforward and does not have a simple “opening idea” of developing pieces, putting the king to safety, etc. After reading this article you will learn seven most important principles […]

Prasanna Kumar
02.18.2024
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Prasanna Kumar
02.18.2024

The World Chess Championship is the pinnacle of the chess world. A crown that many players have fought for over the decades. Some of the best chess games ever were played in World Championship matches. The competition has a rich legacy and has had its share of dramas and controversies. However, on the board, the […]