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Budapest Gambit - 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e5
Defenses Indian Openings

Budapest Gambit – 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e5 (Theory)

March 28, 2026April 6, 2026 ppqty

The Budapest Gambit stands as a bold choice for players who prefer unconventional strategies playing against 1.d4. Instead of focusing on an orthodox development of

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Benko Gambit - 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5
Benoni Defenses Indian

Benko Gambit – 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 (Theory)

March 28, 2026April 6, 2026 ppqty

One particularly interesting opening in the Indian Defense family is the Benko Gambit, a daring and dynamic choice for black, arising from the moves 1.d4

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Blog

How to Calculate Win Probability in Chess Between Two ELO Ratings (Simple Guide)

March 5, 2026April 6, 2026 ppqty

To calculate the win probability between two chess players with different Elo ratings, you can use a formula derived from the Elo rating system. The

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Kazakh Variation of King's Indian (Example) - 1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. c4 Bg7 4. Nc3 O-O 5. e4 d6 6. Be2 Na6
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Is Perfect Play in Chess a Draw?

March 2, 2025 ppqty

The question of whether chess is a draw with perfect play by both players remains unresolved, but current evidence and expert opinion lean toward this

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Blog

127+ Chess Quotes [Carlsen, Fischer, Kasparov]

January 8, 2025April 6, 2026 ppqty

Chess quotes capture that the “game of kings” is a game that has captivated minds for centuries. Its strategic depth, intellectual challenges, and competitive nature

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Pawn checkmate
Concepts

Pawn Checkmate (How To Checkmate with a Pawn)

December 3, 2024December 3, 2024 ppqty

Achieving a checkmate with a pawn (“pawn checkmate”) may seem like a daunting task, but with the right strategies and understanding, it is entirely possible.

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Bishop and Rook Checkmate
Concepts

Rook & Bishop Checkmate (How to Execute)

June 16, 2024June 16, 2024 ppqty

One such endgame scenario involves orchestrating a checkmate using a rook and a bishop, a situation that demands precision and understanding of the chessboard dynamics.

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King’s Indian - 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6
Defenses Indian

King’s Indian Defense – 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 (Theory)

May 6, 2024May 6, 2024 ppqty

The King’s Indian Defense is a highly tactical and strategic opening that can be initiated by Black in response to the Queen’s Pawn Opening. It

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Sacrifice the queen
Concepts

When to Sacrifice the Queen in Chess (Guide)

May 6, 2024May 6, 2024 ppqty

In chess, the queen stands as the most powerful piece on the board, capable of moving any number of squares along a rank, file, or

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En Passant Example - 1. e4 Nc6 2. Qe2 b6 3. Nf3 Bb7 4. e5 g6 5. d4 d6 6. Nc3 Qd7 7. Bd2 d5 8. O-O-O e6 9. h4 f5 10. exf6
Concepts

En Passant Rule in Chess (Explained & Examples)

May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 ppqty

The en passant rule often sparks curiosity and confusion in chess. In chess, “en passant” is a special pawn capture that occurs when a pawn

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