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Jun 2024
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Grandmaster Insights On Mindset & Openin...

Daniel Lona
About this episode

095 GM Alex Colovic is an exceptional course creator and an engaging writer on all things chess. He returns to the pod to discuss some intriguing subjects from his weekly newsletter. I hand-picked three topics Alex wrote about that I found fascinating. We dive deep into each one:

  • Why pro chess players (outside the Top 50) can't make a living competing anymore?
  • Can you create a certainty of winning before the game begins that helps you play better?
  • How can you ensure you bring a fighting spirit to each game you play? 

Finally, we discuss his latest opening courses for White that have been released on Chessable, and why it may be worth learning to play 1.e4 and 1.d4.

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