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October 22, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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This video from the Saint Louis Chess Club features a remarkable tactical sacrifice played during a national championship event. Viewers will examine the calculation behind the aggressive move and see how the resulting attack unfolds on the board. Intermediate and advanced chess players seeking to improve their tactical vision and calculation skills will benefit most from this analysis.

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