Chess University Weekly Digest #29

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Kairav Joshi
September 15, 2024

Puzzle Challenge | Carlsen’s Bike Dash | Chess Olympiad

Ready for this week’s puzzle challenge and quick updates from the chess world? From dramatic Olympiad entrances to dominating chess prodigies, we've got you covered.

Let’s begin!

💡 Puzzle Challenge #26 - Can You Find White’s Best Move?

🤔 White To Move

What is White's best move?

Choose the best move and comment with the continuation.

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🚲 Carlsen Dashes To Victory

Magnus Carlsen nearly forfeited his game in Round 3 of the Chess Olympiad after cycling to the venue in pouring rain. Arriving just 4 minutes before the default time, Carlsen thought he was too late.

However, a 15-minute weather delay and some help sneaking in without his badge saved the day. Carlsen went on to win his game, leading Norway to a 3.5-0.5 victory over Colombia. Here’s Carlsen’s win with the black pieces:

Roberto Garcia Pantoja vs. Magnus Carlsen

🏆 India Leads Olympiad Without Anand

GM Arjun Erigaisi - Photo courtesy of: Susan Polgar and Paul Truong

India's chess prodigies are making waves at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad, leading the pack after five rounds - and doing it without the legendary Vishy Anand. The young guns are showing why India is a rising chess superpower:

  • GM Arjun Erigaisi (20) is the only player with a perfect 5/5 score

  • GM Gukesh Dommaraju (18) continues his stellar form from 2022

  • GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu (19) remains solid and undefeated

  • GM Vidit Gujrathi adds experience to the youthful squad

With strong performances and a "nice mood in the team," as Gukesh puts it, India looks unstoppable. Can these prodigies bring home the gold without their iconic mentor?

🔗 See more Olympiad updates on Chess.com

♔ Save the Date: Online Chess Camp

Mark your calendars for our upcoming online chess camp with FM Arne Jochens:
"Chess Simplified: Master Fundamentals of Positional Play"

🗓️ Dates: October 26th and 27th
⏰ Time: 9 AM to 1 PM Pacific Time (both days)
👥 Suitable for: Chess players up to 1500 Elo

Registration opens next week. Plan ahead and reserve these dates to take your chess game to the next level.

🎉 That’s All Folks

Stay tuned for our fall camp details, a new course, and new features headed your way.

Kairav Joshi
President and CEO
ChessUniversity.com

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