You’ve outplayed your opponent. Their king is limping across the board, their pieces are scattered, and victory feels inevitable. But then—bam! Stalemate. The game ends in a draw, not because you couldn’t win, but because you accidentally let your opponent slip through the back door of chess mishaps. Stalemate is one of the sneakiest problem … Read more
Chess openings are a lot like pizza toppings, as there are plenty to choose from, but only a few are universally loved. Let’s explore the best first moves in chess, ranked by popularity. “Why?” Tier Moves that scream, “I play chess for fun, not to win.” 10. 1.Nc3 (1%)The Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack’s more eccentric cousin. Sure, … Read more
In this Reddit interview, members of Chess.com’s Fair Play Team answer dozens of questions about detecting cheaters, closing over 2,500 accounts daily for cheating. TLDR Chess.com’s Fair Play team is at the forefront of ensuring a fair and enjoyable experience for millions of players worldwide. With over 2,500 accounts closed daily for cheating—amounting to more … Read more
Gukesh Dommaraju’s journey to the 2024 world chess championship was a testament to huge dedication and sacrifice, both from him and his family. With no external financial support during his formative years, his parents relied almost entirely on their income, even taking on loans to fund his participation in tournaments. *Please note that the following … Read more
The 2024 World Chess Championship between Ding Liren and Gukesh Dommaraju in Singapore promises a historic showdown, blending youth, experience, and global representation. The Contenders Ding Liren, crowned World Champion in 2023 after a hard-fought victory over Ian Nepomniachtchi, faces a difficult challenge as he defends his title. At 32, Ding’s journey has been irregular. … Read more
This is all the words Fabiano Caruana said during his interview with Levy Rozman (GothamChess) before the 2024 Candidates. Check out Caruana’s passion for chess, tennis, boxing, and more.
What’s the deal with everyone discussing the Cow Opening? This article will delve into its origins, its creator, and how to employ it effectively.
Prepare to test your tactical skill with a collection of the 11 toughest mate-in-2 puzzles sourced directly from real games on Lichess.
We’re going to solve some of the trickiest mate-in-2 puzzles, not in real games. But they’re challenging, fun, and a great way to improve your chess game.
You think Mate-In-1 puzzles are easy? Think again. Try solving these 10 toughest mate-in-1 chess puzzles, in ascending order of difficulty, with annotation.