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I'm Xuan Binh, the founder of Attacking Chess, and the Deputy Head of Communications at the Vietnam Chess Federation (VCF). My chess.com and lichess rating is above 2300. Send me a challenge or message via Lichess. Follow me on Twitter (X) or Facebook.
Openings
50 Best Openings for White — Plans, Ideas, and Easy Move Guides
The first move in chess says a lot about your style. Do you like open fights, quiet buildup, or long-term...
Players
Wang Shixu B: China’s Quiet Force in Chess
When Wang Shixu walks into a tournament hall, few might recognize him. Yet those who have faced him over the...
News
How to Use Integral Chess Engine
Integral is a strong, modern chess engine written in C++. Below is a simple, easy-to-follow guide that explains how to...
Players
David Navara – The Kindest Chess Grandmaster?
David Navara once offered a draw while completely winning, and in another game apologised for playing too long after turning...
News
Carlsen Dominates to Win Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown
ST. LOUIS, Missouri — World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen cruised to victory at the Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown, finishing nine...
News
Gukesh Resigns in a Drawn Position Against Carlsen
World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju is leading the Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown despite losing his opening game to World No. 1...
News
Carlsen, Nakamura, Gukesh, and Caruana Battle in Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown
The chess world turns its eyes to St. Louis today as four of the game’s biggest names—World Champion D. Gukesh,...
Puzzle
The Reverse Chess Puzzle: Can You Spot the Losing Move?
Most chess puzzles ask you to find the best move, the brilliant tactic that wins the game. Not today. In...
Players
Inside the Friendship Between Daniel Naroditsky and Oleksandr Bortnyk: From Partners in Chess to a Deep Bond in Life
When news broke of Daniel Naroditsky’s sudden death at age 29, few were more heartbroken than Ukrainian grandmaster Oleksandr Bortnyk....
News
Hikaru Nakamura on FIDE’s New ‘Total Chess’ Tour: “We Already Have the Total Player — His Name Is Magnus Carlsen”
When FIDE unveiled its newest creation — the Total Chess World Championship Tour — it promised a new era. The...