According to Fide article 12.3 and 12.4, writing any kind of a note is forbidden during a tournament chess game and would cause a forfeit once proven. Notes are one of the most efficient ways to transcript information which we can use on demand. This means that instructional knowledge can be embedded in these materials…
Chess is a pursuit that involves learning multiple skills to completely develop. One just not be able to play effectively without acquiring tons of them, which is why it takes a lot of time to master. What exact mastery do all chess players share? Like any other field there must be something in common that…
Participants of chess tournaments are required to wear business casual which can include pants, sweaters, dresses, long-sleeve, leather shoes, polo/knit shirts, twinsets, or button-down shirts. Alternatively, players can also go for smart casual which includes henleys, t-shirts, or blazers. Chess tournaments are respectable events held in honor of the game’s mastery. Such a prestigious competition…
Chess engines use a combination of three algorithms namely Fixed depth minimax, Alpha-Beta Pruning, and Quiescence search to coherently evaluate chess positions. The computer will analyze the search tree and find the best moves. Chess engines are supreme entities that can analyze a position’s essence to a toe. I doubt that there will be many…
Coffee is a drink that can help a player’s concentration, physical/mental endurance, and alertness, although it has side effects (crash/anxiety) that can lead participants away from it. Coffee is a form of stimulant that has an artificial effect on the brain’s natural capability. This has led to debate whether drinking coffee in tournaments can be…
Colors are decided in tournaments by associating a color pairing on a bracket and giving the appropriate colors to players who land on the bracket. This ensures that players will have an equal amount of white and black instead of relying on chance. The colors that you’ll get to use in chess can dictate a…
To acquire a Fide rating a player must score at least one point on 3 Fide-rated opponents with a performance of 1000 in at least a 2-year span (at a Fide organized tournament). The requirements get reset after 24 months if not completed. Chess ratings are one of the most used concepts to properly determine…
To think faster in chess one should fully develop tactical awareness by playing puzzles at around 40% of their studying time. Learning lines of popular openings can also help with preparation that allows competitors to think faster. Chess can be a complex game just from the number of details that go behind every move. It…
Chess hustlers are mostly rated around 1500-1800 where some can reach even beyond 2000. Most hustlers are usually good enough to beat average chess enthusiasts but fall short against formal competitive players. Chess hustlers are those guys in the park, attractions, etc. that play tourists for their bet money. Chances are you’ll get to see…
Chess openings are important since it ensures a clear plan early in the game and prevents players from falling for traps. However, it is not as important as the middlegame or endgame where 70% of the games usually end. Openings only become a necessity on 2000+ Elo levels. Openings are part of every chess player’s…
