Judit Polgar vs. Shakhriyar Mamedyarov: A Ruy Lopez Win for Judit Judit Polgar’s victory over Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the Ruy Lopez is a strong reminder of how dangerous and creative her chess could be. In one of the most respected opening systems in chess, she found a way to seize the initiative and turn a… Continue reading Judit, Polgar – Shakhriyar, Mamedyarov. Judit won in Ruy Lopez!
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I created new chess variant – Time chess!
Time Chess: When the Clock Becomes Part of the Board Time Chess is a new variant that turns time itself into a strategic resource. Instead of treating the clock as something outside the game, this variant makes time part of the position, forcing players to think not only about material and tactics, but also about… Continue reading I created new chess variant – Time chess!
Norway chess, 7 round, Armageddon. Keymer – Carlsen
Keymer vs. Carlsen in Oslo Vincent Keymer and Magnus Carlsen met in round 7 of Norway Chess 2026, and the game was decided by Armageddon after the classical battle ended level. That makes it a tense, high-stakes example of modern elite chess, where even a draw can still lead to a decisive finish. The pairing… Continue reading Norway chess, 7 round, Armageddon. Keymer – Carlsen
I created new chess variant – Phantom chess!
Phantom Chess: Shadows That Change the Game Phantom Chess is a new chess variant that adds a layer of hidden pressure to every move. Instead of leaving the board exactly as it was, each piece leaves behind a temporary shadow, or Phantom, that lasts for one turn. That single idea changes the rhythm of the… Continue reading I created new chess variant – Phantom chess!
Gelfand – Nakamura. Sharp attack in King’s Indian Defence
Gelfand vs. Nakamura: A Sharp King’s Indian Attack The game between Boris Gelfand and Hikaru Nakamura is a great example of how the King’s Indian Defence can turn into a violent kingside attack. Nakamura chose the dynamic side of the opening and followed it with direct pawn play, active pieces, and a clear plan against… Continue reading Gelfand – Nakamura. Sharp attack in King’s Indian Defence