Chess is often seen as a game of the mind—where logic, memory, and strategy reign supreme. So, it might seem counterintuitive that many chess players experience a decline in performance as they get older. After all, doesn’t experience count for something? It does. But chess is also an incredibly demanding mental sport, and age brings … Read more
Chess elitism refers to the attitude among some experienced players who are dismissive or unwelcoming toward newcomers or less skilled players. These individuals often view chess as a noble pursuit—one that should be reserved only for the highly skilled. According to this view, beginners or casual players shouldn’t teach, stream, or even play the game … Read more
Chess will never lose its charm as long as players like Anish Giri are in the spotlight. A former prodigy and current Dutch Grandmaster, Giri has remained among the world’s elite players for years and continues to be a fan favorite both on and off the board. A Grandmaster with Humor and Skill Anish Giri … Read more
The World Chess Championship stands as the pinnacle of competitive chess, where the reigning champion defends their title against a formidable challenger. Organized biennially by the World Chess Federation (FIDE), the championship showcases the highest level of strategic play and mental prowess. 2024 Championship: Gukesh Dommaraju Makes History In a historic turn of events, Gukesh … Read more
With the emergence of chess content creators like Gotham Chess and Samay Raina, it is very much clear that you don’t need to be a Super GM to create quality chess content. People love these creators for the entertainment they bring into their lives. But if you are good at chess and you know how … Read more
Chess ratings are essential tools used to measure a player’s skill level and track their progress. While the concept is consistent across the globe, different countries and organizations use their own rating systems. The three most prominent are: Each system has its own rules, formulas, and procedures for calculating and updating ratings. Let’s begin with … Read more
Chess players write down their moves because it’s required by the official rules of chess set by FIDE, the international governing body. This practice, known as “notation,” helps track the game, resolve disputes, and analyze strategy afterward. It’s one of those weird rules that players, whether amateurs or grandmasters, have to follow while playing a … Read more
Chess is a game of intelligence and bravery. A lot of brain power is required to cover the whole 64 squares and outplay a worthy opponent. But even with so much depth and details, the game works around some really weird rules. At the top and in most official tournaments, players usually are aware of … Read more
Chess is one of the most popular board games in the world. It has been played for hundreds of years, and it is still played by millions of people today. Many famous people are well known for their chess-playing ability, including Albert Einstein, Bobby Fischer, Garry Kasparov, and many more. In this blog, I will … Read more
Although the foundations to learn chess are still the same, standards of the game went way up when Computers were introduced to it. To become a modern-day great, it is very important to become friends with chess computers or engines as they call them. Today, all the top players are the ones best prepared with engines. … Read more