An Idiot’s Guide to Opening Preparation

When I was younger and significantly more ambitious than I am today, I devoured every chess book I could find. Simply put, I truly believed that all I had to do was read and absorb what the masters had written,… Continue Reading →

Alekhine, Botvinnik, and the Match That Never Happened

In the winter of 1939, a cold and anxious silence hung over the corridors of power in Moscow. At a desk sat Mikhail Botvinnik, 27 years old, with a simple yet monumental dream: to play a world championship match against… Continue Reading →

The best exercise to improve positional understanding

Throughout my life, I’ve taken part in countless chess camps around the world and learned from some of the best coaches out there. Each coach has their own unique philosophy and teaching methods, but there’s one exercise that almost all… Continue Reading →

Choosing the Right Chess Openings

It can feel overwhelming to choose the right chess opening and study it effectively. Many players struggle with this very issue and often fall into traps that hinder their progress. This guide offers practical tips for selecting openings that suit… Continue Reading →

What I Learned From the Best Chess Teacher in the World

In December 2022, I took part in a weekend chess camp in Uppsala. The coach for the camp was the legendary chess author and trainer, Grandmaster Ramesh R.B. He is known for having trained many of India’s chess talents, the… Continue Reading →

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