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How to Plan?

Though not all checks are good, you must be aware of all the checks in a position. Missing a chance to check could mean missing a chance to checkmate! In this position, count all of the possible checks, then play…

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When to trade?

Can you see a way for Black to trade off the knights and rooks using a tactic? Even if you don’t “win points” because Black is already ahead, a big trade could help! Correct! Great move! Black has captured a…

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Where to Attack?

Black’s central pawn chain on d6 and e5 points to the proper direction of attack–the kingside! How can Black clear the way for a space-gaining pawn advance over there? Excellent! Black should attack on the kingside, where the d6-and e5-pawns…

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Gukesh Makes History: The Journey to the World Chess Championship, Becomes Youngest Ever World Chess Championship Contender

In a thrilling turn of events at the Chess Candidates 2024, India’s 17-year-old prodigy D Gukesh has etched his name in the annals of chess history. Amidst nail-biting encounters and strategic maneuvers, Gukesh’s quest for glory culminated in a historic…

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