Articles

The romantic tales of a quick decisive victory have evoked the human mind for generations. Something is alluring about an unexpected strike or an overpowering display of force. In Chess, you witness this through miniatures. These games feature the fastest and easiest checkmates.

Alexander Alexandrovich Alekhine (31 October 1892 – 24 March 1946) was the 4th World Champion and the first master of the universal style of play. A legend of chess, he contributed immensely to the development of the game. From a young age, he developed a knack for chess.

Modern chess applications, along with chess mobile apps as well as chess training software, are an integral part of players’ lives. They offer unparalleled convenience and functionality. From accessing millions of games to getting paired with a player from another part of the globe. Applications have truly made the game a global sport and brought […]

The French Defense has become a popular choice of late among Grandmasters and club players. This opening affords great scope for imagination and creativity from both sides. White has numerous ways of tackling the French defense. From the enterprising Nc3 to the straightforward e5 each offers unique characteristics. A potent weapon against the French is […]

Time constraints are part of a chess game. The timing in chess for each move can vary wildly. It can range from a few seconds to a couple of days per move. The way we measure time in chess is through a clock. The clock in chess can be analog or digital. It can also […]

A gentleman of the highest order with impeccable manners and a sublime personality. Jose Raul Capablanca was a master like none other. His manners and appearance were fully in keeping with the beauty of his play. His supreme understanding of the game amazed players of all ages.

Queen’s Gambit Declined (QGD) is a timeless opening. Every world champion from Steinitz to Ding Liren has played this opening. This should tell us volumes about the depth and rich legacy of the QGD. It is an opening that gives you a solid foundation to use chess principles.

Chess endgames are beautiful yet tricky. With so few pieces on the board, one might expect a lack of action. But the endgame is the stage where you can see pieces at their maximum. Club players often mess up winning endgames and shift the blame elsewhere.

Modern Defense seeks to fight on its terms because it unbalances the battlefield. The pieces march on to their locations before launching an offensive in the center. This can lead to complex and sharp positions where both sides can attack.

Counterattack in chess is a concept that is underestimated or oblivious to many club players and obvious to Master level players. There are two scenarios where we get the opportunity to Counter-Attack. The first scenario is that the opponent attacks our pieces and the second scenario is of a direct assault on the king or […]