In GM Cuenca's Mind

Course 12 episodes
(3 hours 7 min)

Creators GM Pepe Cuenca

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The legendary Spanish chess commentator, GM Jose Fernando Cuenca Jimenez, also known as GM Pepe Cuenca, commentates on his best games!

Famous for “Boom ratata!” and his energetic commentary style, GM Cuenca has captivated chess enthusiasts through his live broadcasts.

In this course, you’ll get a front-row seat to his thought process and decision-making by watching his most memorable games, chosen by Pepe himself.

You’ll learn the art of converting a small positional edge into a win, from growing the advantage, transitioning into an endgame, and killing any counterplay of the opponent.

He’s equally skilled and well-rounded in other areas of the game too, as you’ll discover from his beautiful attacking victories and his knowledge of different openings and middlegame plans.

The commented games are in English. Even though the language is different, his energetic style will keep you engaged, just as it has for thousands of chess players around the world!

Get ready for the chess adventure!

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What you'll learn

The art of winning a won position without giving the opponent any counterplay
A simple strategy you can use in a better position before you deliver the final knockout blow
How to turn a small advantage into victory
The middlegame plans and ideas across different openings
How to counter a double fianchetto opening setup
Decision-making when you’re transitioning from a middlegame into an endgame
GM Cuenca’s masterclass in a double Bishop vs Bishop and Knight endgame
The “Do Not Rush” strategy in the endgame
How to make your pieces happy
The moves you must always calculate in chess, especially when you’re attacking
The art of stopping the opponent’s plans and much more