Yury Markushin - Page 2
Yury Markushin is a co-founder of TheChessWorld, as well as an enthusiastic chess amateur rated just below 2000 USCF.
Yury’s passion for chess is evident in his many contributions to the chess community. In addition to co-founding TheChessWorld and ChessLance, Yury has also written numerous articles on various chess topics. His insights into the game and ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner have helped millions of players around the globe.
Outside of chess, Yury is a dedicated husband and father and enjoys spending time with his family. He also has a strong interest in technology and is constantly exploring new ways to use it to improve the chess-playing experience for players around the world.
Chess Articles by Yury Markushin
How to Think Like Grandmaster – Free Course
Today, you’re in luck! Grab a free mini-course on how to think like a grandmaster. Ever found yourself in a middlegame, scratching your head, unsure of what to play next? You might have three moves that look the same, but guess what? Pick wrong, and you’re lost.Initiative Gaining Algorithm – Free Course
What if you could take some creativity… Gain tons of initiative… And finally, launch a vicious attack on your opponent’s king… without ever going into the endgame?Win with King’s Indian Defense – Free Course
Damian Lemos is a huge fan of the King’s Indian Defense. He’s been playing it since he was 12 and hasn’t stopped, even as a GM.Grand Prix Attack for White with IM Marcin Sieciechowicz [TCW Academy]
Enter the Grand Prix Attack. A lot of 1.e4 players hate to see 1…c5 over the board. It’s a beast of an opening: complex, tricky, and you really need to stay sharp with both theory and practice.Double Fianchetto System for White with IM Marcin Sieciechowicz [TCW Academy]
What if you could sidestep the mainline theory and play the system that requires almost no memorization, but still scores great with White? Double Fianchetto System is crafted around the universal setup that works against anything Black plays.21 Free Chess Video Courses [Watch & Download]
Just wanted to drop a quick note. We’ve just expanded our selection of free mini-courses and added 10 new ones last night. If you’re looking to brush up on Calculation, Endgames, Middlegame, or Opening play, this is the perfect spot to start.Anti Sicilians for White – Free Course
Love to play 1.e4, but hate to deal with all the theory behind Sicilian Defense? FM Milan Popovic has your back! After playing these lines for over a decade, he’s put together a practical, low-theory repertoire just for you, focusing on the Chekhover Variation and a few lesser-known lines.1…d6 System – Free Course
Looking for a solid, yet flexible opening choice against 1.e4? IM Valentin Baidetskyi recommends… the Philidor Defense. But there is a twist. It’s not that old & boring Philidor. It is completely rebuilt from the ground up opening preparation based on 1…d6 System.The Colle System – Free Course
What if there was a universal setup for White… …that you could play against any Black’s moves? How? You set the pawn triangle with c3-d4-e3.3 Reasons to Play the Center Game – Free Course
I have a very special opening for 1.e4 players today. This could be your real chance to take your openings to the next level. After 1.e4 e5 most players would expect something like Ruy Lopez, Bishop’s Opening, or perhaps the King’s Gambit… But, you play the 2…d4! See the diagram below:
