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Positional Pros and Cons | Beginner Breakdown

Alex Moellering explores the chess elements of king safety (castle early and often, weak f-pawns, fishing pole trap), material (be suspicious of free pieces, elephant trap, liquidation), and piece activity.

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Prep, Think, and Play Like a Grandmaster | Grandmaster's Choice - GM JJ Ali Marandi

Grandmaster Cemil Can Ali Marandi shows his game from the 2017 European Championship, where he earned his second GM norm. This long game made JJ understand how grandmasters think and prepare.

2023.06.27
Aleksander Mista vs Cemil Can Ali Marandi, European Championship (2017): C63 Ruy Lopez, Schliemann defence, Berger variation
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American Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan Named Chief Commentator and Spokesperson for Saint Louis Chess Club; Makes Saint Louis Permanent Residence

SAINT LOUIS, June 22, 2023 - The Saint Louis Chess Club today announced the appointment of Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan as its Chief Commentator and Spokesperson. Now a Saint Louis resident, Yasser joins twenty other grandmasters who call the city home, one of just a few cities in the world with as many grandmasters in residence.

 

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IM Anna Zatonskih Wins 2023 Cairns Cup Hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club, Takes Home $45,000 Top Prize

 

SAINT LOUIS, June 20, 2023 - With one round to spare, International Master (IM) Anna Zatonskih defied the odds to win the 2023 Cairns Cup. The four-time U.S. Women’s Champion called the win her best achievement of her chess career as she took the grand prize of $45,000, despite starting as the lowest-rated player in the field. Zatonskih also earned her first norm toward the Grandmaster (GM) title.

 

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Monday Masters' - GM Yasser Seirawan

Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan kicks off the new Monday Masters' Class! Geared towards experienced players, Yasser will take you through Fabiano Caruana's recent win over Magnus Carlsen. Recommended rating level: 1800+.

2023.07.03

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