this work investigates whether Tal's reputation rested on genuine strategic mastery or calculated risk-taking
Would you be interested in possibly tricking Black into playing something he would otherwise not be inclined to play
Black willingly creates an early imbalance which allows both sides to fight for the initiative in positions which are rich in tactical and strategic possibilities
and an abundance of possibilities and ideas for a game of high quality
Vincent Moret (1968) has been teaching chess and training talented youngsters for more than 20 years
Tkachenko: Bishop and Knight Save the Day Holz this work investigates whether Tal'sSergei Tkachenko, a member of the Ukrainian team that won the 5th World Chess Composition Tournament in 1997 and which came second in 2000, 2004, 2013, and 2017, has collected 100 studies whose common theme is that white ends up with just a bishop and knight in the finale, yet manages to win or draw. There are no more than six moves in almost all solutions, so experienced chess players can analyze the positions directly from the diagrams. Newbies to