When calculating variations, taking every possibility into account sounds impossible or very hard to do, but it’s essential.
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A lesson on endgame principles · Road to GM, Game 292
Endgame principles are easy to apply and understand. Following them in practical play is a different matter, though,
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Don’t play this against the Caro-Kann · Road to GM, Game 291
This variation is a treat for Caro-Kann players. I’m always happy when I see it played against me.
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Fighting in lost positions · Road to GM, Game 290
When you’re losing, don’t give up. If the position is still complex, try to find a way to
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From -4 to +6 in one move. Can you calculate this correctly? · Road to GM, Game 289
Calculation is key. All strategic and positional understanding, endgame skill or opening prep are useless if you miss
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Strategic domination · Road to GM, Game 288
This is probably the most instructive game I’ve played all year. It was full of positions I failed
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Want a higher rating? Get better at rook endgames! · Road to GM, Game 287
Rook endgames are by far the most important type of endgame, and are often decided by pure calculation.
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Strategy behind an opening is important · Road to GM, Game 286
In round two I faced a strong IM in a position I know well and enjoy playing. It
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Facing lower rated players. Hvar Open, round 1. · Road to GM, Game 285
I faced a lower rated player in round 1 of Hvar Open. He’s very young, and very good
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My opponent spent 45 minutes on move 7. Would you accept the sacrifice? · Road to GM, Game 284
A very sharp pawn sacrifice in a theoretical position I prepared a year ago ended up costing my
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