Bobby Fischer basically hated chess for its shift towards memorization over creativity, a sentiment echoed in his advocacy for Fischer Random Chess. Fischer is the greatest American chess player of all time – a World Champion who dominated the world with his innovative play, consistently ranking at the top, contributing to chess theory, and having … Read more
While many people enjoy using Chess.com for playing chess and improving their skills, there are some common reasons why others might dislike the platform. Let’s explore a few of these reasons: 1. User Interface and Experience One of the primary complaints about Chess.com is its user interface. Some users find the website or app to … Read more
Not all chess players are toxic, but like in any competitive activity, you can find individuals with toxic behaviors or attitudes within the chess community. Types of Toxicity in Chess: Toxicity in chess, as in any other competitive field, can take various forms. It’s important to avoid making blanket statements about all chess players, as … Read more
Chess players may come across as arrogant for several reasons, which can vary from individual to individual. Here are some different reasons that might contribute to perceived arrogance among chess players: 1. Psychological Tactics One of the primary reasons for the perceived arrogance in chess is the use of psychological tactics. Chess is not only … Read more
Chess elitism refers to the fact that some experienced chess players are not quite receptive to new/inexperienced players. According to them, chess is a noble sport, and those who are not skilled at it don’t deserve to play, teach, or stream chess, both online and offline. GM Hikaru Nakamura is not a fan of elitism … Read more
Basically, chess ratings don’t expire. If you don’t play an official game for 2 years, your name will be delisted until you play an official FIDE rated game. The same applies to retired chess players. Their names get delisted, but if they make a comeback, their rating starts from where it was the last time. … Read more
The average chess rating is between 400-500 according to data from the largest chess platform, chess.com. While this may seem low, the rating graph on the website indicates that this falls within the 50th percentile, based on a bell curve of player ratings. The awkward thing is that 97.9% of players are rated 1706 or … Read more
Chess is a game that has long been associated with intellect, strategy, and deep thinking. Yet, just like our previous exploration of whether chess is for nerds, the perception of chess as exclusively for smart people is a total misconception and stereotype. While chess does require a high level of mental acumen and strategic thinking, … Read more
Chess is a game for everyone who loves playing it regardless of whether they’re a nerd or not. The perception of chess as a game exclusively for intellectuals and geeks stems from the dedication, time, and mental acumen required to master it. However, this demand for dedication isn’t unique to chess. Professionals in all sports … Read more
In a Swiss System chess tournament, players are paired based on their current standings in the tournament rather than through a fixed schedule as in a Round Robin tournament. The Swiss System is designed to ensure that players with similar scores face each other in each round. Keep reading or watch the video below to … Read more