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October 27, 2026 ChessTerra Chess Lectures

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Numerous prominent chess competitors discuss their mental approach and reflections prior to the start of the 2026 U.S. Chess Championships. Players share personal insights on psychological challenges during tournament play in this broadcast segment from Round 10. This video will appeal to fans of top-level American grandmasters and tournament coverage.

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Carissa Yip, Liang, Rachael Li, Xiong, Zatonskih, Wesley So, Krush, Aronian, Atwell, Woodward, Abrahamyan, Shankland, Sargsyan, Sevian, Paragua, Robson, Alice Lee, Oparin, Paikidze, Caruana, Jennifer Yu, Niemann, Cervantes, and Mishra share thoughts before the U.S. Chess Championships 2026. This aired during Round 10.

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