Eugene Torre: Asia’s First Grandmaster
In the history of Asian chess, one name stands out as a true pioneer: Eugene Torre. At a time when the chess world was dominated …
From Puzzles to Tournaments: Choose Your Best Chess Set
Introduction Practice on chess puzzles is useful OTB so long as it is done on the same geometry that you will encounter at events. Fitting …
Freestyle Chess: A Variant or the Future of Chess?
“Chess has been solved!” claimed many online chess influencers. This claim only has credence because of the modern engines. Even before the advent of chess …
Modern Chess and the Evolution of the Game
The modern era of chess has transformed the ancient game into a blend of creativity, science, and technology. While the classical and Soviet eras laid …
Soviet Chess: How The USSR Dominated the World
No country has shaped the chess world like the Soviet Union. For nearly half a century, Soviet chess dominated the global stage, producing world champions, …
Classical Era of Chess: Scientific Approach to the Game
The classical era of chess transformed the game from romantic chaos into a disciplined, strategic battle. Spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this …
Hypermodern Chess: The 1920s Revolution
Hypermodern chess or Hypermodernism is a school of chess that emerged after World War I. It challenged the chess ideas of past masters and forever …
Romantic Age of Chess: A Daring Era of Creativity
Chess entered Europe through Spain (formerly Al-Andalus) and Italy in the 9th and 10th centuries, brought by traders and scholars. The game underwent significant changes …
Chess Mythology: Royal Game From the Gods
Though chess is often seen as a game of logic, its origins are surrounded by rich mythologies. They are legends that blend spirituality, symbolism and …
The #1 Mistake Club Players Make in Their Training (And How to Fix It)
The desire to improve and reach our best selves is one of the core human traits. It is what drives excellence in many fields, including …
Rematch Tells a Story—But Not the Right One
If you thought the battle between man and machine was a recent trend, think again. The gripping miniseries Rematch recently started streaming on Disney+, after …
GM Igor Smirnov Chess Rating
The chess rating of GM Igor Smirnov tells the story of a rapid rise, years of struggle, and a final breakthrough that led to his …
The Fundamentals of Chess Engines
Chess engines have revolutionized the way players study and analyze chess. With their unmatched calculation speed and depth, they provide insights that even grandmasters rely …
