The B69 Rauzer
In Search of a new Main Line
While opening theory is changing all the time, there are some lines that change very little, if at … Read the rest
Category: Opening Theory
The German influence in American Chess
Louis Paulsen
The father of Modern Theory
Most chess players today–if asked ”What can you tell me about Louis Paulsen?” —would probably
… Read the rest Important theoretical game from Gibraltar
The end of another risky line?
The game between grandmasters Sebastian Maze and Evgeny Solozhenkin in round 8 of the Gibraltar Open might very well … Read the rest
Chess Openings & Religion
Eight-time Champion of Russia, Grandmaster Peter Svidler, is a champion who has acquired very refined tastes during his career. Especially regarding opening choices.
Another Shirov g4 specialty!
The very creative Latvian Grandmaster Alexi Shirov has a penchant for sharp opening variations. In particular, Alexi likes to get in g4 as early as … Read the rest
Shirov at the Grenke Open
Shirov: Dragon Slayer
While much of the chess world’s attention is focused on Carlsen & Co. in the Grenke Classic, I have preferred the games … Read the rest
Interesting idea in the Tajmanov Sicilian
New idea in the Tajmanov B47
Theory develops more quickly these days because of the internet. An excellent example of this was round 5 of … Read the rest
Spanish Team Championship
Spanish Team-Ch underway
Considered one of Europe’s strongest team leagues, the Spanish team championships are taking place right now in Linares (14 to 20 August). … Read the rest
