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CHESS TRIANGULATION: Explained Simply
Triangulation in king and pawn endgames is an intermediate to advanced concepts, but we explain it for all levels of chess understanding. While the midwit concept of corresponding squares can be a bit dense, we wrap it up showing how simple mental models can help win more endgames.
Endgame series:
1.) Top 5 Common Endgames (square of pawn among others): czcams.com/video/t5LW6X8uIFE/video.htmlsi=rCiiKiS2qOyxHiOJ
2.) Opposition Deep Dive: czcams.com/video/iIp-0iNV2GM/video.htmlsi=faeNsBDY4644oAl0
This is the 3rd video in the series.
zhlédnutí: 847

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Real Chess Players KNOW King and Pawn Endgames
zhlédnutí 863Před dnem
"Without knowing something of the ending King and Pawn against king, one cannot call oneself a chess player" -CJS Purdy, International Master We dive into King and Pawn endgames, sharing key principles and ideas to make winning these positions easy and straightforward, even in time pressure. These examples come from Irving Chernev's (another IM) book Practical Chess Endings. The 1st 4 positions...
Gain ELO. Top 5 most COMMON & PRACTICAL endgames
zhlédnutí 54Před 14 dny
Chess endgames decide the game, and most beginners (and even intermediate chess players) don't understand these simple to learn and easy to implement endgame principles. After this short chess lesson, you'll be ready to convert all those drawn positions (or trick your opponent and turn the tables!). Timestamps: 0:00 - Why it matters 0:23 - (win with) Outside Pawns 1:29 - Squaring Shortcut 5:10 ...
Chess Champ Mindset - Play for a WIN
zhlédnutí 107Před 21 dnem
Round 8 of the 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament. We are following the journey of Gukesh D through the ups and downs of the event. In the last game, he suffered a crushing defeat, and had a rest day before this game. What is his approach to fighting fellow countryman Vidit? Some tips and tricks for players of all levels (and chess mindset shortcuts to improve your game). Enjoy ;)
Chess Tragedy: How Winners Respond
zhlédnutí 645Před měsícem
Round 7 of the 2024 FIDE Candidate's tournament was a heartbreak for one of the players. How does the loser of the game respond, and how does that correspond to future chances at becoming a champion. We see the live ending, the post game interview highlights, and of course chess analysis and commentary. Credits: FIDE Interview: czcams.com/users/livebpa0CJ_rZKE?si=10AfE2j5UBtxQSXm FIDE Live Game...
Chess Highs and Lows: Gukesh's Opening Struggle Against Pragg
zhlédnutí 142Před měsícem
The 2024 Candidates Chess Tournament saw surprises, drama, and excellent attacking chess with crazy opening surprises. This game is no exception with Pragg uncorking a total banger against Gukesh D. These Indian chess prodigies are no stranger to the highest ELO chess, scary tactical openings, and big stages. This is the 1st installment of our Chess Mindset Series where we go through Chess Winn...
How Pawns Shape Your Chess Strategy
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed měsícem
Pawn structure fits into the overall chess strategy of king safety, piece activity, space and material. How do top level players like Ian Nepomniachtchi, Fabiano Caruana, Alireza Firourza, and Vidit Gujrathi trade off these advantages to secure wins? We breakdown the simple and clear takeaways to use in your own games, regardless of chess ELO. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Game 1 - Fabi vs Al...
Chess Strategy and Evaluation Simplified
zhlédnutí 273Před měsícem
Chess is a balancing act between king safety, piece activity, material, space, and structure. This video shows how these can be traded for one another, and how the top players in the World demonstrate ideas that us mortal can take away key idea. 2024 Candidates Tournament Recap: Round 3 - Vidit Gujrathi vs Praggnanandhaa Round 8 - Hikaru Nakamura vs Fabiano Caruana Round 9 - Vidit vs Hikaru Tim...
Chess Strategy Simplified: Space
zhlédnutí 396Před 2 měsíci
How do top level Grandmasters like Alireza, Gukesh, Ian Nepomniachtchi, and Abasov think about space? How do they use it to their advantage (and get steamrolled by it?). I focus on space through the lens of a beginner, intermediate, and advanced player, touching on other key strategic chess ideas like piece activity and king safety. Other videos about pawn structure: czcams.com/play/PL4DiwMM1TH...
Chess Strategy Simplified - Piece Activity
zhlédnutí 126Před 2 měsíci
Candidates Tournament 2024 top players Ian Nepomniachtchi, Vidit Gujrathi, and Hikaru Nakamura share lessons learned on piece development, king safety, space, and chess initiative. These games feature the Spanish, one of which has a unique approach to the Berlin Endgame. Attribution Hikaru Photo: Stefan64, CC BY-SA 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
GROB?! Learn the "worst" chess opening for white
zhlédnutí 134Před 2 měsíci
The infamous Grob Opening (1. g4): Can white win with it? After a quick 2 minute tutorial showing how to play the Grob (and a cool trick to beware of), I show my first games I've ever played the Grob, recorded my reactions, and show how easy it is to go wrong! Grob resources referenced: -More in depth Grob Tutorial from TheChessWebsite: czcams.com/video/5t6CN028XqM/video.html -Refuting the Grob...
Mastering Attraction Sacrifices in Chess: 5 Brilliant Examples
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 3 měsíci
Chess and sacrifice. Goes hand in hand. Attraction Sacrifices displace a piece to obtain a higher end, are beautiful and very surprising. I review the MOST COMMON attraction sacrifice which can be used by players of all skill levels. Key concepts reviewed: Attraction Sacrifices, Removing the Defender, Tempo Chess Tempo: Gaining time. Attacking your opponent. Forcing him to respond to your threa...
Interactive Chess Puzzle Challenge - 2000 ELO vs 1700 ELO vs YOU
zhlédnutí 57Před 3 měsíci
Chess PUZZLE collab features WesleyPlaysChess and PillagingPony competing to see who can solve chess puzzles quickly and accurately. We describe our thought process (from perspective of 2000 ELO vs 1700 ELO) throughout solving the tactics / strategy and give a running score. CHECK OUT 10 MORE PUZZLES ON WESLEY'S CHANNEL: www.youtube.com/@WesleyPlaysChess Play along on Chess.com under Daily Puzz...
Chess Attack! Down Material, but Still Sacrificing!
zhlédnutí 99Před 4 měsíci
This is an edited and analyzed game of chess that features the Wing Gambit - one of the most aggressive and fun chess openings I play. Wing Gambit Opening Video (all skill levels): Blunder Less Strategies (beginner focused): This is a new experiment giving the analysis as I play - let me know in the comments what you think if helpful/entertaining, or just what everyone else does. I try to edit/...
Stockfish Challenge: Eval like Tal!
zhlédnutí 66Před 4 měsíci
Challenge yourself, Stockfish, and me as we evaluation the chess positions of Mikhail Tal, former World Chess Champion. Grandmasters look at 5 key considerations when considering who is winning a chess game, and this video explains all 5 in an approachable and interactive way. RULES: Guess the computer evaluation, keep track of your score, post in the comments how you did for a chance to WIN A ...
No More Blunders: A Beginner's Guide to Smarter Chess
zhlédnutí 432Před 4 měsíci
No More Blunders: A Beginner's Guide to Smarter Chess
Doubled Pawns: Chess Weakness or Hidden Strength (REMASTERED...)
zhlédnutí 235Před 4 měsíci
Doubled Pawns: Chess Weakness or Hidden Strength (REMASTERED...)
Locked Up Queens: Chess Powermove
zhlédnutí 92Před 4 měsíci
Locked Up Queens: Chess Powermove
Nepo vs. Aronian - 5000 ELO Chess - Chess.com Match Recap
zhlédnutí 58Před 4 měsíci
Nepo vs. Aronian - 5000 ELO Chess - Chess.com Match Recap
FULL MATCH: Anish Giri vs. Nijat Abasov: 2023 Chess World Cup
zhlédnutí 68Před 5 měsíci
FULL MATCH: Anish Giri vs. Nijat Abasov: 2023 Chess World Cup
Simplifying Pawn Structure: My Key to More Chess Wins
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 5 měsíci
Simplifying Pawn Structure: My Key to More Chess Wins
Chess Strategy: How Backward Pawns Shape the Game
zhlédnutí 884Před 5 měsíci
Chess Strategy: How Backward Pawns Shape the Game
Crush the French and Sicilian Defenses [Wing Gambit!]
zhlédnutí 396Před 6 měsíci
Crush the French and Sicilian Defenses [Wing Gambit!]
Color Complex Made Easy with the Sicilian Defense
zhlédnutí 620Před 6 měsíci
Color Complex Made Easy with the Sicilian Defense
Chess Top 4: 2000 ELO Fast! (real life story)
zhlédnutí 445Před 6 měsíci
Chess Top 4: 2000 ELO Fast! (real life story)
Chess Color Complex: Top Advanced Concept
zhlédnutí 631Před 6 měsíci
Chess Color Complex: Top Advanced Concept
Chess Starter Pack: Game-Changing Concepts for Beginners
zhlédnutí 258Před 7 měsíci
Chess Starter Pack: Game-Changing Concepts for Beginners
Chess Titans of India: Pragg & Vidit Ready for Candidates Showdown
zhlédnutí 51Před 7 měsíci
Chess Titans of India: Pragg & Vidit Ready for Candidates Showdown
Tricky Rook Endings Explained
zhlédnutí 62Před 7 měsíci
Tricky Rook Endings Explained
From Reti's Mind to YOUR Chessboard: Endgame Hero King
zhlédnutí 80Před 7 měsíci
From Reti's Mind to YOUR Chessboard: Endgame Hero King

Komentáře

  • @zachlward
    @zachlward Před dnem

    great video!

  • @eshaanxd
    @eshaanxd Před 2 dny

    Great vid but you look like Travis head

  • @leonarddaye7550
    @leonarddaye7550 Před 4 dny

    Thanksbfor the video!

  • @wisdomencouraged9326

    👍🏻 good stuff

  • @DailyForexAnalysisandPTZ

    I AM YOUR 500TH SUBSCRIBER.WISH YOU MORE SUBS

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 7 dny

      Awesome thanks! If you want as a secret prize, send me a message on chess.com with a recent game PGN and I'll provide some notation/ideas to explore.

  • @user-sw4kd5rj1c
    @user-sw4kd5rj1c Před 8 dny

    If i study my opening 69 moves deep, There will be no "Endgame"! Muahahaha! I will be the greatest grandmaster to ever exist!

  • @mhm6421
    @mhm6421 Před 8 dny

    You look a lot like Freddie Mercury

  • @mcronrn
    @mcronrn Před 11 dny

    Very well presented, thx! 👏👍🏽

  • @MUIsaiyanGoku
    @MUIsaiyanGoku Před měsícem

    செய்யும் தொழிலே தெய்வம்

  • @PrinceJha-fz4cv
    @PrinceJha-fz4cv Před měsícem

    I am sorry but the best part of it was mentioned by Anish Giri in a stream and Hans neimann in chessbase india round 12 stream, Gukesh said in the last press conference that the moment he lost to Firouzya, he knew he was capable of winning. He had that fire again in him to do his best. Hans also said that it was the moment Hans knew that Gukesh was going to win and Hans said this 4 days before Gukesh won. Anish said that its a special and rare quality to be happy and excited after losing.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 28 dny

      I hadn't seen that - thanks for sharing! I can't wait for the WCC now!

  • @ItsKyleMang
    @ItsKyleMang Před měsícem

    Solid chess cave.

  • @tobias2252
    @tobias2252 Před měsícem

    I like your style!

  • @razealghoul
    @razealghoul Před měsícem

    I really like your content and you deserve way more subs and views

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před měsícem

      Really glad you're enjoying it! All that stuff will come if it's supposed to; it's fun sharing my chess obsession with you

  • @jeihann
    @jeihann Před měsícem

    That was awesome! Really like your pace. Background reminds me of my childhood treehouse sz

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před měsícem

      Nice! I didn't know I'd be looping in treehouse nostalgia:)

  • @adityabhargava4498
    @adityabhargava4498 Před měsícem

    you just earned a sub, keep up the good work m8!

  • @andrewbusch7950
    @andrewbusch7950 Před měsícem

    Great vid! Keep up the good content

  • @seancasey3507
    @seancasey3507 Před měsícem

    Awesome video with great info. Keep it up!

  • @Silvermist78
    @Silvermist78 Před měsícem

    Very instructive content!💪 Without trying to be offensive, I feel the video would be better without the background music. Once again your analysis style and break down of the game is instructive and excellent! Thank you.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před měsícem

      I really appreciate the feedback! I had a similar comment a couple months ago and New videos have intro music only (not during analysis). The comments really help me improve these videos :)

  • @thesirz3
    @thesirz3 Před 2 měsíci

    Very recently found your channel. I really appreciate how you simplify and explain these concepts. Great work.

  • @karriemshabazz7407
    @karriemshabazz7407 Před 2 měsíci

    I Appreciate The Chess Advice, However; What's The Name of The Music at The Start of This Video ? Thanks in Advance.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před měsícem

      I'm looking trying to find! It's from Epidemic Sound, I need to bust out my external hard drive to find the name.

  • @minhdao-nn7ho
    @minhdao-nn7ho Před 2 měsíci

    Nice video

  • @Rowl840
    @Rowl840 Před 2 měsíci

    Second comment

  • @sasthanatarajan4760
    @sasthanatarajan4760 Před 2 měsíci

    Thankyou so much sir..!! I eagerly searched for a week regarding space... Now u gave.. Very much excited..!!!

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      You are welcome! I hope it's what you were seeking!

  • @theEx0du5
    @theEx0du5 Před 2 měsíci

    I am so excited to have found a chess channel reusing not only the set but also the sound effects collection from a horror flic! Nice of the chess instructor to dress up as cast as well! What a great idea!

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      Lol which one are you talking about? I can watch it and lean in

  • @AustinMulkaMusic
    @AustinMulkaMusic Před 2 měsíci

    I’ve studying theory for years. Trying to memorize positions. But, I’m realizing now it was all pure memorization and I didn’t understand the concepts for the moves. These concepts help so much. I’ve never had things explained like this and I’ve been trying to learn chess for 3 months.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      Glad these help! Best of luck with your chess game!

  • @joshuamphande2272
    @joshuamphande2272 Před 2 měsíci

    Hey, awesome channel you have here. Concise, incisive tips... Glad I subscribed, eager tob see the channel grow!

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it- I'll keep it coming :)

    • @joshuamphande2272
      @joshuamphande2272 Před 2 měsíci

      @@PillagingPony awesome....let's get it!!!

  • @eoinocroinin2728
    @eoinocroinin2728 Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks for this. I was scared of the PIRC for a while because people say it’s really theoretical but have recently started using it again and am having a lot of fun. I’ve also found a great book: ‘Tactics in the King’s Indian’ by Gennady Nesis. Here are some quotes from that book: ‘Instead of death in the centre - death to the centre!' The idea is for Black to combat White's pawn centre with piece pressure, supported by timely counter-thrusts from pawns. Those who champion the King's Indian Defence (although they do not consider it a defence, but an attack) continue to debate whether they should immediately strike against White's centre with pawns, or whether it is more promising to attack it from a distance with pieces. Players of White in this opening have to resolve another eternal' problem: should they close the centre immediately, or is it more beneficial to maintain the tension as long as possible? […] As will also become clear from the annotations to the games we have selected, play in the King's Indian is often sharp and forced, and it demands exceptionally accurate and dynamic handling from both sides. Furthermore, the need to combine a forceful attack with rational defensive measures adds to the complexity of play. All of this increases the importance of the various tactical tricks which may be employed during the opening and, especially, during the transition to the middlegame. […] we came to the conclusion that tactical ideas, rather than variations pure and simple, are the most important factor when it comes to understanding the King's Indian Defence. In fact, tactics are the life-blood of the King's Indian player, and we have therefore analysed 35 games in which characteristic tactical concepts are particularly well illustrated.’

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for the note and sharing these quotes! I definitely consider the Pirc an attack more than a defense, and there are common tactical ideas without memorizing lines. Makes it fun instead of being destroyed by an 18 move deep line in the Spanish :)

  • @Five-Star-General
    @Five-Star-General Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you My Name is Earl, very entertaining and informative, you earned yourself a new subscriber. Predictions for the Candidates next week?

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks, Earl! I'm Adam. Hard question for sure. To win, you have to (generally) take lots of risks and get 3 or 4 wins without a loss. I like Ian or Hikaru for that, but my heart wants Pragg. Round 1 snooze fest though. My 3 favs all have black. Do you have a prediction?

  • @skeleton_hacker
    @skeleton_hacker Před 3 měsíci

    Man my game is that I'm black and my opponent is white, I sacrificed my knight to reveal an attack of a queen.

  • @Blorguehad
    @Blorguehad Před 3 měsíci

    Hey man this was a great video!

  • @bizarrenewyorker949
    @bizarrenewyorker949 Před 3 měsíci

    Keep doing what you're doing

  • @sasthanatarajan4760
    @sasthanatarajan4760 Před 3 měsíci

    Nice examples....

  • @dmaster20ify
    @dmaster20ify Před 3 měsíci

    9:22 I was sensing some trouble like that was possible. I was like why the hell are you moving your king to the queenside? It's unnecessary and it is also dangerous because pawns alone are poor defenders of your king.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 3 měsíci

      I was trying to create my own immortal game :) Good call!

  • @WesleyPlaysChess
    @WesleyPlaysChess Před 3 měsíci

    Who are these two fine lookin’ fellas

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks again for reaching out on this. Hope to do another one soon

    • @WesleyPlaysChess
      @WesleyPlaysChess Před 3 měsíci

      @@PillagingPony yes let’s do more! I enjoyed this

  • @zacmrd
    @zacmrd Před 3 měsíci

    holy moly that blitz winsrteak is crazy, congrats bro

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 3 měsíci

      Appreciate it! It's definitely better than being on the opposite extreme :)

    • @zacmrd
      @zacmrd Před 3 měsíci

      @@PillagingPony I think we all know too much about that

  • @troybody6662
    @troybody6662 Před 3 měsíci

    Trump did not build the wall. The main thing he ran on, he did not complete.

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 3 měsíci

      Sorry wrong video. This video is about 2010.

  • @sasthanatarajan4760
    @sasthanatarajan4760 Před 3 měsíci

    Really Wowwww content sir...!!!

  • @NeoZondix
    @NeoZondix Před 3 měsíci

    This is awesome

  • @Redneckchessclub
    @Redneckchessclub Před 3 měsíci

    Very informative video. Thank you.

  • @oliverdixoncider
    @oliverdixoncider Před 4 měsíci

    I don’t know enough about chess yet to have played along but I feel like this is a rad concept!

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 4 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed the experiment! I'd say chess evaluation is something that follows just finding the best move. If you find the best move, you will will, and the evaluation doesn't matter :)

  • @3nduranc3
    @3nduranc3 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video! Also, you look like Aaron Rodgers' stunt double in the thumbnail lol

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 4 měsíci

      Haha. I got tired of selling the Discount Double Check so decided to start this YT Channel :)

  • @DeanKellam
    @DeanKellam Před 4 měsíci

    Bro's kool and he got a new sub 😁

  • @cfslim4768
    @cfslim4768 Před 4 měsíci

    3:40 not sure the time control maybe just a mistake but why move the bishop twice like that?

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 4 měsíci

      Good call! Time control was 10/0. I'm just fairly good and not super good, so I'm sure I came up with the idea of trading bishops after Bb7 already landed :)

    • @cfslim4768
      @cfslim4768 Před 4 měsíci

      @@PillagingPony lol was just wondering thanks for the honesty wasent sure your skill level, fun game anyways good commentary

  • @seancasey3507
    @seancasey3507 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video. I actually wrote down those points on a post it to look at.

  • @oliverdixoncider
    @oliverdixoncider Před 4 měsíci

    Huge shout out to the top left corner of the screen! 💪🏻

  • @ray-sv5vt
    @ray-sv5vt Před 4 měsíci

    love ur content dude, so educational

  • @ericfaria8395
    @ericfaria8395 Před 4 měsíci

    Great

  • @ricardopinto2611
    @ricardopinto2611 Před 4 měsíci

    Can you make a serie about chess thinking systems that the following link contains, please? It is very interesting specially Tal system. Thx. chessthinkingsystems.blogspot.com

  • @bobcobb158
    @bobcobb158 Před 4 měsíci

    Awesome videos man! As a beginner these tips are invaluable

    • @PillagingPony
      @PillagingPony Před 4 měsíci

      Glad to hear it! I'll be putting out a bunch more soon too:)

  • @TheBackyardProfessor
    @TheBackyardProfessor Před 5 měsíci

    Nice! I also enjoyed this one.