Ding vs Gukesh; unless you've been living under a rock, you probably know something about the upcoming clash of the two titans for the ultimate crown of chess. Gukesh Dommaraju, ranked #5 in the world, will be playing against Ding Liren, ranked #2...
Chess composers have played an important role in the history of chess, similar to the role that Bach and Beethoven played in the development of classical music. Chess composition is an undeniable art form, but the significance of these people is o...
In the year 1927, two of the greatest chess players of all time faced off in an epic battle. The reigning champion, Jose Raul Capablanca, was up against the determined challenger, Alexander Alekhine, who was vying for the coveted title of World Ch...
Chess is a game that has been played for centuries. Over the course of it's existence, there have been multiple prodigies who have shocked the chess world. Unfortunately, some impressive careers are cut short. In the case of Jessica Gilbert, her l...
The world of chess is filled with tales of triumph and tragedy. Some people who've had great success have also done questionable things which have led to reputational damage and even getting banned from playing the game in some cases. Ta...
Throughout history, there have been numerous chess players who have met tragic ends to their lives. From accidents to mental illnesses, the reasons behind these tragic endings are varied and often intertwined with the intense mental and emotional ...
Hey there! The 2024 Chess.com Daily Chess Championship started on the 2nd of Jan, 2024 (in Japan time) and there were more than 60,000 people who had signed up and I was one of them. Let’s jump right into it. The wins, the losses and everything ...
The old game of chess has been played all over the globe for centuries. From the earliest recorded games to the modern era, more than a billion people have probably played at least one game of chess. With so many players interested in the game, of...
The only things which spoil chess are the board and men - Alexander McDonnell Blindfold Chess - What is it? Blindfold chess is a unique form of chess that requires you to rely solely on your mind, without the aid of a physical board or pieces. ...
The year is 1909. A 40-year-old Emanuel Lasker was World Champion after defeating Tarrasch the year prior and a 28-year-old Akiba Rubinstein was on the rise. The first Norwegian GM, Olaf Barda, was born in this year. This was also the year a Germa...
In my previous blog, I talked about four historic events in the world of chess. You might wonder, why am I doing this again? Well, dear viewer, the world of chess is endless, and it would be simply impossible for me to talk about all of the amazin...
At one point of time, the game of Chess meant everything to the Soviet Union. It is well known that once, the Soviet Union were a chess powerhouse was more than four decades. But how did this start? Who started it? And why has Russia falle...
Chess, a game that has captivated minds and inspired strategists for centuries, boasts a remarkable history filled with noteworthy events. From ancient origins to modern-day grandmaster clashes, the annals of chess are replete with enthralling tal...
How Does Music Affect Chess? Both music and chess hold a profound influence on the human mind, each possessing a dynamic power to captivate, inspire, and evoke emotions. Many people play music while playing chess. But does it have any ...
Africa is amazing. It is the 2nd biggest continent in both size and population. They have amazing animals and deserts. But did you know, they also have amazing chess players? Today, I am going to present 5 of the best chess players in the ...
Anatoly Karpov vs Garry Kasparov. You've probably heard these names. Both of them are Russian grandmasters and former world champions. Karpov is known for his very solid and slow style. Kasparov is known for his aggressive style and his in-dep...
Intro We all make plans in our life. Good or bad, we make them. Even in chess, we are constantly thinking of what to do next (in other words, what is our plan here?). In life, a bad plan might not affect you so much, but in chess, a bad plan can...
So in my last "Computer vs Computer" blog, I made chess.com bots play each other. But what if I made different chess bots from different websites play each other? This time, I've made it like a tournament as you can see. Now get ready for s...
What is a trade in chess? A series of moves where two players capture each other's pieces, usually pieces with equal points, is a trade. An example for a trade would be this position: But some trades aren't good (the above example isn't lol). ...
Today I created some common tactics from my games. The Pin The Skewer The Fork Discovered Attacks Double check Overloaded pieces I hope these were good puzzles (: Have a great day! (: Credit to lord Turzo! *pr...
The Bishop. The Knight. Two minor pieces which have the same amount of points. But which one is better? The discussion is usually in favor of the Bishop. Bobby Fischer, one of the best chess players was known to prefer the Bishop over the Knight ...
We all know about chess.com's computers. There are those special bots who no one really cares about, there is Martin, the G.O.A.T and there are some more people who are trying to become Martin. But what if they play each other? For example, the ...
Hello! I'm Porcy! (: WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR OPENING? In chess, an irregular opening is a traditional term for any opening considered unusual or unorthodox. In this blog, I'll be doing 8 out of 26 irregular openings (: JUST A NOTE: I'm going ...
Hello! I'm Porcy (: This wasn't the blog I wanted to post, but I found some good puzzles soooooo ye 🫠 PUZZLE 1: Sacrifice! In this position, there is an amazing *double sacrifice*. Did you solve? (: This puzzle is from one of my games,...
Hello! I'm Porcy :3 WHAT IS AN OPENING TRAP? In chess, a trap is a move which tempts the opponent to play a losing move For example, in the French defense, this is a common opening trap for beginners. Now, what do I mean by an "wei...
