1+ hour, 50+ min ago   (315+ words) In this series, we dive deep into the opening and middlegame, analysing the most dynamic and aggressive ways to take charge. Through expert commentary, thrilling games, and insightful breakdowns, you’ll discover the art of the initiative - how to grab it,…...

10+ hour, 22+ min ago   (597+ words) “Mate is great!” – Tactical training with Oliver Reeh, “The 8th rank” – Andy Woodward analyses his game against Magnus Carlsen from TePe Sigeman 2026, “A modern Nimzo-Indian” – Andrei Volokitin introduces readers to "his" system and much more! It is a historic milestone. Never…...

15+ hour, 1+ min ago   (729+ words) From the 2026 Candidates Tournament, featuring a video review by Dorian Rogozenco, to Jan Werle’s opening video on the French Tarrasch Defence, and Oliver Reeh’s tactical column ‘Top Grandmasters at Work’. Analyses by Giri, So, Wei Yi and many others. Cover…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (659+ words) In almost every chess game there comes a moment when you just can’t go on without tactics. You must strike to not giving away the advantage you have worked for the whole game. ChessBase Magazine (CBM), the bimonthly magazine published…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (998+ words) 11,7 million games from 1475 to 2025 Leading with 3½/4 after four rounds, the Polish grandmaster and former world number 10 Michal Krasenkow reflects on rook endgames, the growth of Indian chess and what it means to compete at the highest level well into the…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (794+ words) Since the Pirc often leads to asymmetrical positions, it is particularly suitable for players who want to play not only for a draw but for a win. Black gets the opportunity to build up a creative and unpredictable game that…...

2+ day, 54+ min ago   (218+ words) YOUR PERSONAL CHESS COACH - Whether you’re taking your first steps into the world of club chess, or already playing at a tournament level: with FRITZ, you can train more efficiently, intelligently and with a more personalised approach than ever before....

2+ day, 2+ hour ago   (557+ words) Why memorising endless theory might not be the best path - and how an idea-based repertoire can change your game. Among Mokry's greatest tournament successes were first place in the Under-18 tournament in Děčín (1979), second place in Prague (1982), first place in…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (455+ words) Why memorising endless theory might not be the best path - and how an idea-based repertoire can change your game. Aronian proved to be rock-solid in classical chess, drawing all eight of his classical games. Combined with his outstanding performances in…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago   (659+ words) Whether you‘re a beginner looking for a clear roadmap or an advanced player ready to refine your strategic edge, this comprehensive course will transform the way you think about chess. Grandmaster Elisabeth Pähtz is a familiar face in the…...