Updates

Hello and welcome to the list of all the things new to the chesswebsite. There is probably a lot that has changed since you last came to the site so look around and see what's new. If you have any suggestions for improvements feel free to drop me an email. I'm always trying to improve the site to make it better for everyone.

October 1st

• Book Recommendations: One of the biggest request I get is to recommend some great chess books. While there are many that you could read, I have listed 5 that everyone should read if they are serious about improving their chess game.

Sept 28th

• Kasparov vs Deep Blue- 1996 Game 2: In this game we see Kasparov fight back from a 0-1 hole and battle back to tie the series up at 1-1.

July 30th

• Budapest Trap - The Budapest Trap takes advantage of any misstep that white has when developing his knight and turns it into a quick victory.
• Old Benoni Defense: Black looks to counter the center of the board with sharp attacks from his queen and bishop, while destroying the queen side of white
• Brand New Section: Garry Kasparov vs Deep Blue: Everyone asked for a section of the website dedicated to this epic series so it has been developed. This section will be updated periodically from all the epic games from 1996-1997
• Bobby Fischer's 1st US Championship: Watch commentary of a young Bobby Fischer winning his very first US Championship
• Puzzles Updated Links: On many of the puzzles you were unable to click "try again." This has been fixed so everyone can continue to enjoy the puzzles.

June 13th

• Lolli Attack - The Lolli Attack is an aggressive opening in the Italian game against the Two Knights defense. White looks to sacrifice an additional pawn for a lethal attack after white castles.

May 11th

• 1963 US Championship - Bobby Fischer vs Larry Evans: In the most dominant performance in US Championship history we take a look at a special game between the champion (Fischer) vs the runner-up (Evans).

April 15th

• Now on Twitter: I am now on twitter and super excited. Feel free to follow me @thechesswebsite
• Massive Chess Giveaway: Check out the latest video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcowUpBqim8 to see the details and how you can win your own copy of Fritz 12 or a full DVD set.

April 10th

• Ponziani Opening: Upon request I have made the most extensive free video online for the Ponziani Opening. Enjoy!

March 19th

• Famous Chess Game: Sergey Karjakin vs Viswanathan Anand- Anand puts on an amazing performance and shows the power of the Najdorf Defense.

March 15th

• Sicilian Defense - Najdorf Variation: Upon request I have made an in depth video about the most popular variation in the Sicilian Defense. It is probably one of the most used defenses and is favorited by some of the best chess players in the world.

March 5th

• Sicilian Defense - Dragon Variation: The Dragon is the sharpest variation in the Sicilian Defense and is one of Magnus Carlsen's favorite defenses.
• Fischer vs Panno: Fischer put on a brilliant performance and shows why he is one of the all times greats at chess.

February 14th

• Semi Slav Opening As one of the most well respected defenses in all of chess against the Queen's Gambit, this is a must know opening for black.

February 13th

• Chess Puzzles Explained- This video was created to help people learn how to approach chess puzzles and improve their tactical eye.

January 28th

• Vienna Game- This is a perfect opening for players that enjoy starting with 1. e4. It gives you many different options and is fundamentally sound. All chess players should have this in their back pocket if they are serious about improving their game.

January 5th

• New DVD Set- After lots of work, I am proud to present a new set of chess dvds. These will include all of the information from the old dvds (videos from the website), but will also include many new dvd exclusive videos for those looking to learn even more. The dvd page is redone so make sure you check it out.

December 13th

• Botvinnik vs Capablanca Analyzed- In one of the greatest games ever played, Botvinnik puts on a wonderful display of king side control and shows Capablanca the power of the passwed pawn. This is definitely a must see.

November 23rd

• Bobby Fischer Trap- The Bobby Fischer trap is one of many things that we can take from one of the greatest chess minds of all time. Enjoy!

November 20th

• Traxler Counter Attack- An extremely aggressive defense from black in the two knights defense against the Italian game. White looks to attack the f7 square and black looks to attack the f2 square at the same time.
• Tal vs Simagin- One of the greatest chess minds of all times, Tal, shows a brilliant display of chess in this game played at the Russian Championships.