Hi, I'm Mike, a 45-year-old enthusiastic chess player with a passion for challenging online opponents worldwide. I'm also the moderator of Chess Magazine on Kbin, where I share my knowledge and help others refine their skills. In my free time, I love solving puzzles, reading and playing sports. I'm easy-going and always open to new experiences. Thanks for taking the time to know me better!
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How distraction resistant are you? Do you blunder when somebody talks to you during a game?
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If You Could Change One Rule in Chess, What Would It Be?
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Michael Adams vs Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Vincent Keymer vs Alexander Donchenko | Day 1 Armageddon (www.youtube.com)
Welcome to the most dramatic chess show Armageddon Championship Series: Europe and Africa, featuring the world's top-ranked players such as Jan-Krzysztof Dud...
Where do you do your puzzles?
I guess the three biggest websites for puzzles are chess.com, lichess, and chesstempo. Which do you prefer? For me overall, it's chesstempo > lichess > chess.com, though I would say chess.com's puzzle quality is a little better than lichess. Chesstempo lets me do an unlimited number of high-quality puzzles, Lichess lets me do an...
Chess online or over the board: Which do people prefer and why?
Chess is one of the oldest and most strategic games in the world, with roots dating back to the 6th century. In recent years, the game has made a resurgence in popularity, with millions of people playing online and over the board. So, which do people prefer and why?...
Losing on Time vs. Stalemate: Which is the Better Outcome in Chess?
We all know the feeling of being down to just a few seconds on the clock, trying to make a move before time runs out. But is losing on time a better outcome than being forced into a stalemate? Let's discuss....
Top 3 Most Important Rules to Remember when Playing Chess Openings
Are you a beginner in the exciting world of chess but find the opening phase confusing? The opening moves set the tone for the rest of the game and can determine who controls the center, who has more space and can launch an early attack. Here are three essential rules to remember when playing chess openings....
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Who's Your Favorite Chess Player and Why?
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