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October 16, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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Numerous prominent chess competitors share their personal perspectives regarding the U.S. Chess Championships. Players reveal their favorite aspects of competing during a major tournament day. This broadcast feature provides a behind-the-scenes look at the mental state of professional grandmasters and masters, making it appealing for fans interested in the human side of competitive chess.

LevelAll levelsLength7 minChannelSaint Louis Chess Club

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Cervantes, Shankland, Abrahamyan, Robson, Rachael Li, Sevian, Paikidze, Oparin, Carissa Yip, Aronian, Zatonskih, Wesley So, Paragua, Niemann, Sargsyan, Liang, Alice Lee, Mishra, Jennifer Yu, Xiong, Atwell, Caruana, Krush, and Woodward share thoughts before the U.S. Chess Championships 2026. This aired during Round 6.

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