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Month: June 2021

link to What is Scholar’s Mate in chess? How to defend against it?

What is Scholar’s Mate in chess? How to defend against it?

The Scholar’s mate is one of the most popular checkmates in chess. If you’re a beginner, chances are someone might have tried to checkmate you with it. It’s very popular among people who are...

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link to Ruy Lopez Chess Opening – Why Is 3. Bb5 More Popular Than 3. Bc4?

Ruy Lopez Chess Opening – Why Is 3. Bb5 More Popular Than 3. Bc4?

You might have faced 3. Bb5, the Ruy Lopez a lot more times than the Italian 3. Bc4, if you reply to 1.e4 with 1...e5. So why do most of the players prefer to play the Ruy Lopez more often than 3....

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link to Common Tactics In The Kings Indian Defense For Black And White

Common Tactics In The Kings Indian Defense For Black And White

The Kings Indian Defense is known for being a sharp and aggressive opening. Such openings are always a breeding ground for tactics. The KID is no different. In this article, you’ll see the typical...

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link to King’s Indian Defence (KID) – C5 or E5 on Move 6 for Black?

King’s Indian Defence (KID) – C5 or E5 on Move 6 for Black?

One of the most fighting lines against 1.d4 is the King’s Indian Defence. It’s a very big system, where Black has more than one way to play. Two of the most common ones in them arise after they...

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link to French Defense Winawer – Good or Bad and How So? Expert Explains

French Defense Winawer – Good or Bad and How So? Expert Explains

Is the French Winawer a great opening? Can you rely on it as your main choice weapon or is it just a one-game wonder? In this article, you’ll find out the answers.We’ll also share some specific...

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link to London System – How To Meet Black Bishop Bf5 And Gain Advantage

London System – How To Meet Black Bishop Bf5 And Gain Advantage

Bf5 in the London System is a very tricky opening to meet, especially if you don’t know how to react against it. In this article, we will show you how to meet it with the White pieces. By...

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