Chess.com - Key Chess Positions


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Date Formed: Nov 13, 2008
# of Members: 79

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This is a Chess.com group used for an upcoming project -> to come up with 100+ key instruction positions where with best play you can win (or in some cases force a draw). Examples are: checkmate with 2 bishops, Lucena position, greek gift, etc. These key positions will be categorized and then available in a new Chess.com feature coming soon.

What is this New Feature?

Submitted by erik on 2008-11-13 14:50:56

We're working on a new feature that helps players train their skills in finishing out won positions (or salvaging a draw). Here is how it will work: You come to a screen and then pick the type of position you want to train. You then make your ...Read more »

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