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Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus: The Chess Prodigy Shaping History

Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus: The Chess Prodigy Shaping History

XB
December 12, 2024

How did a 13-year-old could beat Magnus Carlsen in 41.2 seconds? Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus has made an impressive mark on...

Behind Gukesh’s Success: The Sacrifices That Built a Chess Prodigy

Behind Gukesh’s Success: The Sacrifices That Built a Chess Prodigy

XB
November 28, 2024

Gukesh Dommaraju’s journey to the 2024 world chess championship was a testament to huge dedication and sacrifice, both from him...

The Cow Opening and How to Play

The Cow Opening and How to Play

XB
March 19, 2024

What's the deal with everyone discussing the Cow Opening? This article will delve into its origins, its creator, and how to employ it effectively.

How did 8-year-old Ashwath Kaushik beat a GM?

How did 8-year-old Ashwath Kaushik beat a GM?

XB
February 19, 2024

Ashwath Kaushik has just become the youngest player to defeat a GM in a FIDE-rated classical chess game, thanks to a discovered check. But it isn't just about one tactic.

10 Chess Tricks to Win Fast

10 Chess Tricks to Win Fast

XB
February 17, 2024

Some might say not to rely on chess tricks and traps to play openings, and I agree. But if you want to have some more fun and win a game quickly, why not learn these traps?

Alien Gambit: The Hottest Trend in Chess (Updated 2025)

Alien Gambit: The Hottest Trend in Chess (Updated 2025)

XB
February 14, 2024

Roughly 100,000 games have been played using the Alien Gambit just in January 2024. Many Grandmasters are falling victim to it. Why has it become a hot trend in chess?

Siberian Trap: Lose a Queen or be Checkmated

Siberian Trap: Lose a Queen or be Checkmated

XB
February 6, 2024

Have you heard of the Siberian Trap in chess? No, it's not a weapon used to hunt tigers. It's a tricky maneuver used to win a queen or deliver checkmate.

10 Most Effective Traps in Englund Gambit

10 Most Effective Traps in Englund Gambit

XB
February 5, 2024

Learning these traps in the Englund Gambit, you will be able to win a bishop, a queen or even checkmate in less than 10 moves.

Noah’s Ark Trap: Best way to win a piece

Noah’s Ark Trap: Best way to win a piece

XB
January 31, 2024

68% of the time, players unknowingly stepped into the Noah's Ark Trap when it was already in place. Read this article to avoid losing a game after just 8 moves.

Liem Le Responds to Kramnik’s Cheating Allegations: ‘Unconvincing’

Liem Le Responds to Kramnik’s Cheating Allegations: ‘Unconvincing’

XB
January 29, 2024

Vietnamese chess grandmaster Le Quang Liem responded to former world champion Vladimir Kramnik's claims of his games being "unusual," stating that Kramnik's approach to the issue lacked persuasiveness.

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