Monday, March 4
IM Bill Paschall – Crushing the Caro-Kann, Part 4 | Opening, Tactics
This game in part four highlights the modern trend against 3…c5 in the Advance Variation. White chooses not cling to material but mobilizes and gains an advantage with the classic hallmarks of space and development. Black’s decision to play f6 early leads to a weakening of his king position which White is able to decisively take advantage of.
Tuesday, March 5
GM Eugene Perelshteyn – Young American Super-Talents Battle It Out in the Italian! | Opening, Tactics, Strategy
Both Jeffery and Sam are arguable the best American GMs in the 18 and under category. In this high-level game, both of them bring the best to the table: Modern opening, sharp tactics, and precise defense. Enjoy and learn from the young super-talents on their way to conquering Mount Olympus of chess!
Wednesday, March 6
FM Dennis Monokroussos – Attacking With *All* One’s Pieces | Strategy
With Vladimir Kramnik having retired from professional chess at the early age of 43, it’s time to take a commemorative look at some of his career highlights – especially against his arch-rival Veselin Topalov. In this blindfold game from 2003, Kramnik won with some fine attacking play, and what made it especially interesting was that the key piece in the attack – that without which the attack would not have succeeded – was his own king! The game was beautiful and unusual, and a display of the exceptional creativity we can expect from a world champion.
Thursday, March 7
GM Leonid Kritz – Efficient Defense | Tactics
This game illustrates how to defend slightly passive positions and watch out for a chance. Out of the opening, Black got a somewhat passive, but very solid position. In such situations it is very important to be patient and not to create additional weaknesses. At the same time, you need to be on the alert for your opponent’s mistakes, and once he makes one – you need to hit hard and quickly.
Friday, March 8
IM Valeri Lilov – Grandmaster Buildup | Strategy, Middlegame
Ever wondered how Grandmasters build up their positions until all the power is there and all they need is a small push to take it all on their opponent? Well, check IM Lilov’s video to find out!