If you need inspiration against the Nimzo, this game should work well. I really enjoy playing d4, c4,
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Need a weapon against the Tal Caro-Kann? · Road to GM, Game 282
The Tal variation is a common way for white to try and crush the Caro-Kann. Here’s a great
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When you have a winning position calculate twice as hard · Road to GM, Game 281
When you’re winning, stop and think. Converting superior positions requires precision, patience and calculation. Don’t make the same
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Weird looking moves are usually bad! · Road to GM, Game 280
I ruined a good position in one move. It was a weird, unnatural move. Moves like that need
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How to play against static weaknesses · Road to GM, Game 279
This is my favorite game of the tournament. It was a delight to play it because it was
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A deadly counterattack in the Caro-Kann · Road to GM, Game 278
The Caro-Kann often gives you opportunities to strike back once your opponent has overextended and started an attack
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Study rook endgames. And then move on to studying rook endgames. · Road to GM, Game 277
Rook endgames decide the most games on all levels. There’s a reason all strong players say you should
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Trying to play the Caro-Kann like Alireza · Road to GM, Game 276
The Caro-Kann can be the most aggressive opening in the right hands. Alireza Firouzja is a great example
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Noteboom! · Road to GM, Game 275
Looking for an aggressive weapon against 1.d4? This was my first time playing the Noteboom Variation. It was
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European Amateur Chess Championship 2022, Round 1 · Road to GM, Game 274
Tournament chess after two months of prep and psychological recovery after my last tournament. Tomic S. (1990) –
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