3 Golden rules of Chess Opening
In chess, the 3 Golden rules of Opening tells you what to do during this phase of the game and the Traffic Rules tells you how to do it safely — without too much damage to material or position.
Traffic rules are there for a reason — to prevent chaos and disorder. But there is another big reason — safety. Irrespective of whether you are a cyclist, pedestrian or a motorist, your safety is prime.
WCC Carlsen-Karjakin 2016 - Carlsen wins Marathon Game - Round 10
GM Magnus Carlsen won Round 10! With his chances to even out the match score decreasing, Carlsen assembled weight, then at last, his first full point. His win leveled the match 5-5. The aggregation of numerous great positions at last paid profits for the best on the planet. He wasn't flawless in the change.
Opening Gone Wrong - Black to Play
This position arises from the Roussaeu Gambit in an opening played by black. An early sacrifice of the f-pawn leads to an immediate attack on the e-file when white accepts. If white doesn't play correctly, it usually becomes disastrous. In this position, White has blundered with the move d3. Can you find the best move for Black?
Middlegame Puzzle - Green (Black) to Win
This position exemplifies your typical middlegame position in a good game of Chess. Material is equal. Both sides have good attacks & positions. But black might have the slight advantage. Can you see how you can convert the same? This is a multi move combination. See if you can find it all the way. (Good for Rank 04 students)
#1 Reason why Chess should be part of your child's education.
I came across this wonderful video that portrays all the decisions people face in life showing how complicated the process of decision making really is. Unfortunately, this is not something that education prepares us. However, that can change for the next generation.