Some players solve puzzles, work on tactics, learn openings, etc – but still don't improve. This article explains why that happens and what's the missing element.
Coach’s Corner |
Be Amazing |
Real Stories Of Improvements |
5 min read
GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes
How to Use the Bishop Pair – 11 Key Concepts
Are you too quick to exchange your bishop pair, or struggling to unleash their full power? GM Gabuzyan shows 11 techniques to use to your advantage!
Strategy |
Middlegames |
13 min read
GM Avetik Grigoryan
Stafford Gambit | The Refutation
Falling for the tricks of the Stafford Gambit? Not anymore! See move-by-move how to crush it, along with all the ideas and the traps to avoid!
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