Chess Facts
Learn how the chess rating system works, what the Elo rating is, how to get a chess rating, and what it takes to become a chess grandmaster
The opening sets the stage, the middlegame brings the drama—but it’s the endgame where legends are made. When the board clears, and only a handful of pieces remain, understanding endgame strategy can mean the difference between a draw and a...
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Imagine being in a high-stakes spy movie: your hand hovers over the chessboard, sweat beads on your forehead, the clock ticks menacingly beside you. Welcome to the world of chess timing, where every second counts and the pressure is as...
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If chess had secret menu items like a trendy café, en passant would definitely be one of them. It's the move that sneaks under the radar, surprises your opponent, and makes you feel like a grandmaster—even if you're just trying...
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Once upon a time, chess was the ultimate battle of wits between two human minds—like Sherlock Holmes vs. Moriarty, but with fewer explosions. Then, along came artificial intelligence, and suddenly, humans started losing faster than a villain in a James...
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