Just a few days ago, the chess world was shaken by heartbreaking news: Daniel Naroditsky, only 29 years old, has passed away.Although the exact circumstances have not yet been fully confirmed, all signs point to a mental health crisis behind the t...
🎉 I’m thrilled to share with you that I’ve been honored to receive the FIDE Senior Trainer title from the International Chess Federation (FIDE)! ♟️This is the highest coaching and training rank, and it comes with very strict requiremen...
Sometimes, a single pawn push can change everything – just like one breakthrough can redefine an entire field. As a grandmaster, I’ve often marvelled at how a simple move like e4 can open vast possibilities on the board. Yet these days...
Back in 2018–2019, TikTok made a move most social platforms dismissed as a gimmick: it prioritized strangers over friends, delivering an endlessly fresh “For You” feed instead of the familiar circle-driven timeline. To many, it l...
James Bond’s famous line “Does it look like I give a damn?” in Casino Royale (2006) shows his rebellious attitude. This same spirit is now shaking up the chess world. Freestyle Chess (once called Fischer Rando...
By Grandmaster and Chess & Business Strategy Coach In the world of competitive chess, there are various styles of play, but one of the most rewarding is "ambitious chess." This approach emphasizes taking calculated risks, aiming for complex ...
The Tata Steel Chess tournament has long stood as a beacon of excellence in the chess world, and the upcoming 2025 edition promises to be no exception. A recent ChessBase article highlights not only the enduring legacy of this historic event but a...
The chess world is buzzing with controversy, fueled by what some might call the paranoid behavior of Vladimir Kramnik. The former World Champion has stirred the pot by implying that certain online blitz stars could be cheating, particularly target...
The chess world was recently shaken by Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the 2024 World Rapid Chess Championship. The official reason? A dispute over dress code violations. But as I delved deeper, it became clear this incident wasn’t ju...
Scandal at the 2024 World Rapid Chess Championship Magnus Carlsen recently made headlines—not for a brilliancy on the chessboard, but for withdrawing from the 2024 World Rapid Chess Championship in New York over a dress code dispute. Yes...
The Year in Chess As 2024 draws to a close, the chess world stands at a crossroads, shaped by historic achievements, unexpected controversies, and rapid technological advancements. This year has been a whirlwind of transformation, from the crown...
And Gukesh did it! In a dramatic battle with Black, he triumphed over Ding Liren to become the youngest World Chess Champion ever. The final game was nothing short of extraordinary. Gukesh entered the endgame with a pawn advantage, and while it in...
Game 13Ding Liren delivered an incredible save in Game 13. At one point, Gukesh was in a winning position, but he couldn’t find the right continuation, letting the opportunity slip. This raises the question many have been asking: is Ding&rsq...
Ding Liren has done it again! Just as he did against Nepo, Ding pulled off a brilliant victory in Game 12 of the World Chess Championship, leveling the score in this intense match. It seems that Ding thrives under pressure, delivering his best p...
Round 10 A quick game following the rest day ended in a draw. While in theory, the challenger Gukesh may have gained a psychological edge, thanks to that he was Black, it’s important to remember that the other side, in this case Ding, also...
Game 9 of the World Chess Championship ended in yet another draw, continuing the trend of a closely contested match. This time, however, the game was somewhat more reserved, lacking the intense drama of earlier encounters. Nevertheless, it was a p...
What an intense game with tremendous opportunities for both players! First, Ding Liren found himself under significant pressure, but then the challenger, Gukesh, was also in a perilous position. The reigning World Champion executed some brilliant ...
I’ve followed the 2024 World Chess Championship closely, and from the very beginning, I've been clear that neither D Gukesh nor Ding Liren have been playing ambitious chess. It’s been a cautious, sometimes overly calculated affair, and...
Game 6: Another DrawThe sixth game of the World Chess Championship also ended in a draw, and honestly, I wasn’t too impressed by White’s opening choice this time either. While the game was slightly more engaging than the previous one, ...
A Lack of Spark in the Ding vs. Gukesh Championship: Where’s the Bold, Risky Chess We’ve Come to Expect?As the world eagerly watches the World Chess Championship in Singapore between reigning champion Ding Liren and rising star Gukesh,...
The fourth game of the World Chess Championship final concluded with a draw, reminiscent of the second round. While Ding Liren deviated from his earlier choices as early as the first move, the game unfolded in a similarly cautious style. Both play...
Ding Liren vs Gukesh – World Chess Championship, Game 3 Gukesh strikes back! I've read several opinions from different media about today's game, and there are some interesting differences in perspective. For instance, one headline stated...
A solid draw Game 2 of the 2024 Chess World Championship concluded with a well-fought draw, leaving reigning champion Ding Liren narrowly ahead of D Gukesh at 1.5-0.5. Ding began with a strong, confident opening, but Gukesh's solid defense hel...
A Stunning Start: Ding Liren Strikes First with a Brilliant Opening Victory The highly anticipated clash between reigning world champion Ding Liren and the formidable contender Gukesh has finally begun, marking the start of an exciting World Che...
When it comes to high-stakes chess, there’s a lot more at play than just calculations, openings, or endgame theory. The true battle often unfolds in the mind long before the first move is made. What separates the good from the great in chess...
