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Aug 23
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EP 163 | Blitz Specialists

IM Kostya Kavutskiy, IM David Pruess, GM Jesse Kraai
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This Dojo Talks explores what makes some players stronger at blitz than others, contrasting calculation-based vs. intuitive styles, online vs. over-the-board skills, and the role of premoves, time management, and tricky opening repertoires. The sensei also discuss the rise of a “blitz generation,” handling tilt, and David’s quest to reach a 2600 blitz rating.

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00:01 – David’s blitz struggles 02:46 – Blitz as a different game 07:05 – Calculator vs. intuitive players 15:16 – The premove problem 20:05 – Online vs. OTB blitz 25:18 – Blitz repertoires and system openings 32:07 – Queen’s Gambit generation 58:15 – Tilt and the 2600 quest

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