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In today's Member Analysis video, Roman reviews a variation of the Exchange Ruy that seems to offer "little action" after the queens are traded off early on. However, as he highlights, nothing could be further from the truth! The theory of how the great American Champion, Bobby Fischer, played the line for both sides proves that there is much theory to know, and that neither player should lose focus in the opening... | Watch video
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GM Bojkov reviews another great game by the legendary Gligoric today, and in doing so, he highlights Gligoric's ability to convert on a material advantage with precise technique and accurate calculation. The balance displayed by the Yugoslavian Grandmaster to attack the kingside, yet always maintain a watchful, "tactical eye" on the queenside is amazing. A rook lift to remember is executed in this one, so take notes! | Watch video
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Want to know exactly how to challenge the Stonewall pawn formation without having your queen's bishop stifled? Should I develop via Bb7 or Bd7? What about my other bishop? Should I play Be7 or Bd6? GM Dzindzi explains all, recommending piece and pawn structures for black while discouraging other setups. This otherwise placid opening can lead to serious problems for black if he is caught off guard! | Watch video
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Another video lecture by Grandmaster Bojkov, another gem by the third world champion reviewed today for our members! Here we watch Capablanca play the white side of the Reti System against Lilenthal in 1936, and though details of how Capablanca outplayed his opponent are slightly advanced, what's clear is that Capa's patience and willingness to convert on the smallest of advantages separated him from his peers by leaps and bounds. | Watch video
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If you weren't excited already about this afternoon's upcoming Blindfold Simul Show on Chess.com/TV, GM Gareev reviews his perfect 5-0 sweep of last week's Simul here for you today! In his second video this week, Timur breaks down each phase of the games, trying to provide as many "take aways" for our members as possible! Once again, his wide variety of opening choices should provide something instructional for everyone. Tune in tonight as GM Gareev players, and IM Rensch provides commentary! | Watch video