Puzzle Storm Session with Angelo Kesaris

December 9, 2022 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Angelo Kesaris works on his chess tactics by doing a quick but intense session of Puzzle Storm in lichess, will he break the account record this time around?

Doing puzzles is a fantastic way to sharpen your visualization skills and boost your rating in a matter of weeks.

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