<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><feed xml:lang="en-US" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog" /><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog.atom" /><title>CircleChessTeam's Blog</title><updated>2026-03-04T06:51:33.073Z</updated><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/indias-largest-free-chess-initiative-for-schools-opens-national-onboarding/YLsfA4PV</id><published>2026-03-04T06:51:33.073Z</published><updated>2026-03-04T06:51:33.073Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/indias-largest-free-chess-initiative-for-schools-opens-national-onboarding/YLsfA4PV" /><title>India’s Largest Free Chess Initiative for Schools Opens National Onboarding</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Off_topic" label="Off topic" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Off_topic"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;gukesh-with-circlechess&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=Av5TQt5hyvAe.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=18be6c14dbff2db6108ab53367baf15d992d8f42&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;India is set to witness one of the most ambitious school-level chess movements in its history. The National School Chess League (NSCL) 2026 has officially opened onboarding for schools nationwide with a clear objective: to make structured chess education accessible to every student — at zero cost to schools. Powered by Gukesh Dommaraju, structured by renowned coach Vishnu Prasanna and IM Soumya Swaminathan, and presented by CircleChess, NSCL aims to build India’s most competitive and inclusive inter-school chess ecosystem.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=Av5TQt5hyvAe.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=18be6c14dbff2db6108ab53367baf15d992d8f42"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-mastery-series-your-path-to-chess-mastery-with-live-practical-training/kR3Np975</id><published>2026-03-03T11:23:59.718Z</published><updated>2026-03-03T11:23:59.718Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-mastery-series-your-path-to-chess-mastery-with-live-practical-training/kR3Np975" /><title>Chess Mastery Series - Your Path to Chess Mastery with Live Practical Training</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=7LQoKN7Z2OSh.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=e903bf4d0922af345c0bb174119613dcfbcea451&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Learn and practice LONDON SYSTEM like never before</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=7LQoKN7Z2OSh.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=e903bf4d0922af345c0bb174119613dcfbcea451"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/inside-michal-mazurkiewiczs-world-record-16-chess-games-while-diving-700-times/41oWFfb4</id><published>2025-03-25T12:33:29.428Z</published><updated>2025-03-25T12:33:29.428Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/inside-michal-mazurkiewiczs-world-record-16-chess-games-while-diving-700-times/41oWFfb4" /><title>Inside Michal Mazurkiewicz's World Record: 16 Chess Games While Diving 700 Times</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Off_topic" label="Off topic" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Off_topic"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Michal Mazurkiewicz's World Record&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:41oWFfb4:wHsP0Laj.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=c4596874894f1df43710f770f7ed9e8860ba8bc5&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Chess has been played on mountaintops, in zero gravity, and even by mail - but nothing compares to the sheer physical and mental demands of diving chess.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:41oWFfb4:wHsP0Laj.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=c4596874894f1df43710f770f7ed9e8860ba8bc5"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-and-intelligence-how-playing-chess-can-boost-cognitive-abilities/2yWT5cu1</id><published>2025-03-13T07:49:07.914Z</published><updated>2025-03-13T07:49:07.914Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-and-intelligence-how-playing-chess-can-boost-cognitive-abilities/2yWT5cu1" /><title>Chess and Intelligence: How Playing Chess Can Boost Cognitive Abilities</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Tactics" label="Tactics" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tactics"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Chess and Intelligence: How Playing Chess Can Boost Cognitive Abilities&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:2yWT5cu1:AOjdk6yn.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=a7e3f09e0a4c75c77502a64a07104489178000f0&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This blog delves into the fascinating findings of a research paper titled &amp;quot;Intelligence and Chess&amp;quot; by Fernand Gobet and Guillermo Campitelli.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:2yWT5cu1:AOjdk6yn.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=a7e3f09e0a4c75c77502a64a07104489178000f0"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-news-and-events-march-9--12-2025/txPGEy7W</id><published>2025-03-12T13:30:52.673Z</published><updated>2025-03-12T13:30:52.673Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-news-and-events-march-9--12-2025/txPGEy7W" /><title>Chess News and Events: March 9 – 12, 2025</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Chess News and Events&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:txPGEy7W:bR7WTp3e.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=8711afff96e2389e27fc06317e2cdb2712228ab4&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Chess enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting roundup of the latest happenings in the chess world!</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:txPGEy7W:bR7WTp3e.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=8711afff96e2389e27fc06317e2cdb2712228ab4"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/you-grow-chess-we-reward-you/DTWdzPVm</id><published>2025-03-12T05:32:22.126Z</published><updated>2025-03-12T05:32:22.126Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/you-grow-chess-we-reward-you/DTWdzPVm" /><title>You Grow Chess, We Reward You!</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;CircleChess Community Partner Program&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:DTWdzPVm:ewngusPD.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=d3bbb0e3044c5ed73ffa03961475daf4f09f2cd6&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The CircleChess Community Partner Program gives you the chance to make a real impact while getting Rewarded for it!</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:DTWdzPVm:ewngusPD.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=d3bbb0e3044c5ed73ffa03961475daf4f09f2cd6"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/can-chess-training-help-children-with-adhd/MiXxYIrh</id><published>2025-03-07T07:53:51.456Z</published><updated>2025-03-07T07:53:51.456Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/can-chess-training-help-children-with-adhd/MiXxYIrh" /><title>Can Chess Training Help Children with ADHD?</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Off_topic" label="Off topic" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Off_topic"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Can Chess Training Help Children with ADHD?&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:MiXxYIrh:IbdOMq4o.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=424eb5d6838ad7077df50c03b8ab515deb53e1c4&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A recent study conducted in Spain offers some compelling insights into this question.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:MiXxYIrh:IbdOMq4o.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=424eb5d6838ad7077df50c03b8ab515deb53e1c4"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-training-effect-on-meta-cognitive-processes-and-academic-performance/kOkadnQx</id><published>2025-03-06T12:38:09.422Z</published><updated>2025-03-06T12:38:09.422Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/chess-training-effect-on-meta-cognitive-processes-and-academic-performance/kOkadnQx" /><title>Chess Training Effect on Meta-Cognitive Processes and Academic Performance</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Off_topic" label="Off topic" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Off_topic"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Chess Training Effect on Meta-Cognitive Processes and Academic Performance&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:kOkadnQx:7TvOtZpq.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=39ba4e714741257e257f870bbd41a23e00519148&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Can playing chess actually improve a child’s ability to solve math problems, comprehend texts, or develop better study habits?</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:kOkadnQx:7TvOtZpq.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=39ba4e714741257e257f870bbd41a23e00519148"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/what-is-my-elo-rating-in-chess-and-how-to-find-it/CFst9NCY</id><published>2025-03-05T05:35:15.64Z</published><updated>2025-03-05T05:35:15.64Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/what-is-my-elo-rating-in-chess-and-how-to-find-it/CFst9NCY" /><title>What is My ELO Rating in Chess and How to Find It?</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Software_Development" label="Software Development" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Software_Development"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;What is my ELO rating in chess&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:CFst9NCY:mxpqZ1z5.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=75d02a57aecd19c40c0796b408e963ae05719352&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We’ll explore the concept of ELO ratings, the different methods to determine your rating, and how you can improve it.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:CFst9NCY:mxpqZ1z5.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=75d02a57aecd19c40c0796b408e963ae05719352"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/types-of-draws-in-chess-a-comprehensive-guide/uINJe8hu</id><published>2025-03-04T06:09:02.259Z</published><updated>2025-03-04T06:09:02.259Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/types-of-draws-in-chess-a-comprehensive-guide/uINJe8hu" /><title>Types of Draws in Chess: A Comprehensive Guide</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Endgame" label="Endgame" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Endgame"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;types of draws in chess&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:uINJe8hu:xfZeEutH.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=c38386c1c876cb69aa1485a4d57a3f0dee3b5c67&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We’ll explore the various types of draws in chess, supported by real-life examples from legendary battles. Whether you're a seasoned player or an aspiring grandmaster, this guide will deepen your understanding of chess dynamics.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:uINJe8hu:xfZeEutH.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=c38386c1c876cb69aa1485a4d57a3f0dee3b5c67"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/how-do-fide-ratings-work-a-comprehensive-guide/Z0Yv7Chi</id><published>2025-03-03T11:48:20.822Z</published><updated>2025-03-03T11:48:20.822Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/how-do-fide-ratings-work-a-comprehensive-guide/Z0Yv7Chi" /><title>How Do FIDE Ratings Work? A Comprehensive Guide</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Strategy" label="Strategy" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Strategy"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;fide rating&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:Z0Yv7Chi:IAX6DVBM.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=8281300eec8c8a0022e903e4e660eba0c17c95e7&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We’ll dive deep into how FIDE ratings work, their significance, and how you can improve your rating over time.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:Z0Yv7Chi:IAX6DVBM.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=8281300eec8c8a0022e903e4e660eba0c17c95e7"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/whats-happening-in-prague-masters-2025-tournament-a-deep-dive/jpoA14Mn</id><published>2025-02-28T12:16:36.256Z</published><updated>2025-02-28T12:16:36.256Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/whats-happening-in-prague-masters-2025-tournament-a-deep-dive/jpoA14Mn" /><title>What's Happening in Prague Masters 2025 Tournament: A Deep Dive</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Prague Masters 2025&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:jpoA14Mn:HjKlpwI8.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=1ea7c5cc90aae4b8c299e6e5c9b50ebb16ceb60c&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Prague Masters is a celebration of chess at its finest. From tactical fireworks to positional masterclasses, the tournament has it all.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:jpoA14Mn:HjKlpwI8.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=1ea7c5cc90aae4b8c299e6e5c9b50ebb16ceb60c"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/monaco-gp-2025-a-chess-spectacle-of-tactical-brilliance-and-strategic-mastery/RFhLMBCp</id><published>2025-02-28T08:17:49.205Z</published><updated>2025-02-28T08:17:49.205Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/monaco-gp-2025-a-chess-spectacle-of-tactical-brilliance-and-strategic-mastery/RFhLMBCp" /><title>Monaco GP 2025: A Chess Spectacle of Tactical Brilliance and Strategic Mastery</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Monaco GP 2025&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:RFhLMBCp:fpFzGnG7.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=8246003e59321c1bbb829487a8b5f7c0ba402e0e&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Explore some of the most iconic games played at the Monaco GP 2025, breaking down the tactics and strategies that made them unforgettable.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:RFhLMBCp:fpFzGnG7.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=8246003e59321c1bbb829487a8b5f7c0ba402e0e"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/prague-masters-2025-a-thrilling-start-with-keymer--shankland-stealing-the-show/AuaOQp3V</id><published>2025-02-27T07:35:27.929Z</published><updated>2025-02-27T07:35:27.929Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/prague-masters-2025-a-thrilling-start-with-keymer--shankland-stealing-the-show/AuaOQp3V" /><title>Prague Masters 2025: A Thrilling Start with Keymer &amp; Shankland Stealing the Show</title><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Prague Masters 2025&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:AuaOQp3V:zyeggfl7.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=31eb07f1cf2cd5c41ec17509fbceecc7cc39b42f&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Explore the highlights and key moments from the first round of the Prague Masters 2025</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:AuaOQp3V:zyeggfl7.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=31eb07f1cf2cd5c41ec17509fbceecc7cc39b42f"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/last-few-hours-to-register-for-london-system-opening-mastery-series/gAri3pHJ</id><published>2026-04-07T12:47:21.988Z</published><updated>2026-04-07T12:47:21.988Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/last-few-hours-to-register-for-london-system-opening-mastery-series/gAri3pHJ" /><title>LAST FEW HOURS TO REGISTER FOR LONDON SYSTEM OPENING MASTERY SERIES</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Play and Learn</content><media:thumbnail url="https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-worlds-biggest-chess-tournament-by-circlechess-with-free-entry--rs-5-lakh/vihYbw2R</id><published>2025-07-07T17:29:56.834Z</published><updated>2025-07-07T17:29:56.834Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-worlds-biggest-chess-tournament-by-circlechess-with-free-entry--rs-5-lakh/vihYbw2R" /><title>The World's Biggest Chess Tournament by CircleChess with Free entry &amp; Rs 5 Lakh</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=ublog:vihYbw2R:BBAho9AI.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=9f0689e54def5006bce2a2f7ad4c0241d29b78e1&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In the ever-evolving world of chess, CircleChess, Proudly endorsed by World Champion Gukesh who stands as their Brand Ambassador, is setting new benchmarks. Known for its bold Innovations and Community-first approach, CircleChess has now pulled off something no one imagined - the Biggest-ever Chess Tournament in the world. The *Global Star Championship* is expected to host 50,000 users with more than 1000+ title players.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=ublog:vihYbw2R:BBAho9AI.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=9f0689e54def5006bce2a2f7ad4c0241d29b78e1"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-onboards-gukesh-to-transform-the-chess-learning-ecosystem/IatS3MB5</id><published>2024-11-14T05:20:41.5Z</published><updated>2024-11-14T05:20:41.5Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-onboards-gukesh-to-transform-the-chess-learning-ecosystem/IatS3MB5" /><title>CircleChess onboards Gukesh to transform the chess learning ecosystem</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Software_Development" label="Software Development" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Software_Development"></category><category term="Off_topic" label="Off topic" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Off_topic"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;gukesh&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:IatS3MB5:avv2rHWC.webp&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=ac2707f0c5e46e2d6fd1b7a79d81c77e3515ffe5&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Intending to revolutionize the chess learning experience, CircleChess has been making significant waves in the chess world. In a major step towards elevating and transforming the chess learning landscape, CircleChess has partnered with GM Gukesh Dommaraju for a collaboration aimed at coming together for a common goal—empowering, inspiring and elevating the chess learning experience around the world. This collaboration merges the innovative educational vision of CircleChess with the influential expertise of Grandmaster Gukesh, creating a powerful force to inspire and support players in their chess journey worldwide.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:IatS3MB5:avv2rHWC.webp&amp;w=880&amp;sig=ac2707f0c5e46e2d6fd1b7a79d81c77e3515ffe5"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/mastering-chess-inside-caissa-school-of-chess-personalized-learning/YJFD3bHD</id><published>2024-08-27T09:49:37.043Z</published><updated>2024-08-27T09:49:37.043Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/mastering-chess-inside-caissa-school-of-chess-personalized-learning/YJFD3bHD" /><title>Mastering Chess: Inside Caissa School of Chess' Personalized Learning</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><category term="Endgame" label="Endgame" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Endgame"></category><category term="Tactics" label="Tactics" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tactics"></category><category term="Strategy" label="Strategy" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Strategy"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:YJFD3bHD:RBNgQSe5.jpg&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=9f262b99e168d34a9a7ef84a3035b960178669fd&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;How can one become a chess master? Many players excel in certain aspects of chess but struggle to improve in others. This is where personalized learning becomes invaluable for chess enthusiasts.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:YJFD3bHD:RBNgQSe5.jpg&amp;w=880&amp;sig=9f262b99e168d34a9a7ef84a3035b960178669fd"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-launches-caissa-school-of-chess-to-nurture-chess-talents/TiJV2vhW</id><published>2024-08-21T13:04:45.035Z</published><updated>2024-08-21T13:04:45.035Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-launches-caissa-school-of-chess-to-nurture-chess-talents/TiJV2vhW" /><title>CircleChess launches Caissa School of Chess to nurture Chess Talents</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><category term="Endgame" label="Endgame" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Endgame"></category><category term="Strategy" label="Strategy" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Strategy"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;Caissa School of Chess&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:TiJV2vhW:NaJC57se.jpg&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=dc9ec13679604aadfee3d681fba5b07ff3199f89&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Have you ever imagined having a chess school designed just for you, focusing on your individual strengths and weaknesses? CircleChess is turning that vision into reality with the introduction of the Caissa School of Chess. This program combines CircleChess's commitment to providing a quality learning with Artificial Intelligence to achieve measurable progress and greater discipline among chess players.  Curious about how this cutting-edge approach can elevate your game? Continue reading to learn more about what this school offers!</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:TiJV2vhW:NaJC57se.jpg&amp;w=880&amp;sig=dc9ec13679604aadfee3d681fba5b07ff3199f89"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/exploring-different-chess-variants-beyond-traditional-chess/dwfRgKF2</id><published>2024-08-06T10:28:18.651Z</published><updated>2024-08-06T10:28:18.651Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/exploring-different-chess-variants-beyond-traditional-chess/dwfRgKF2" /><title>Exploring different Chess Variants beyond Traditional Chess</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_variant" label="Chess variant" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_variant"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;The Concise Guide to - Chess Variants&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=png&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:dwfRgKF2:57n39xEI.png&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=c59a8614a8b2d57778eccd6a5f559e16c3688314&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Chess, spanning over various parts of the world has captured millions of hearts and minds. Players have known the standard rules of the game for years, but the world of chess is more diverse than it appears. Let's explore the exciting world of chess variants, where players change rules to create new challenges and experiences.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=png&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:dwfRgKF2:57n39xEI.png&amp;w=880&amp;sig=c59a8614a8b2d57778eccd6a5f559e16c3688314"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-foundational-learning-series-july-by-supergm-coaches/4mkRSNhN</id><published>2024-06-25T04:49:33.154Z</published><updated>2024-06-25T04:49:33.154Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-foundational-learning-series-july-by-supergm-coaches/4mkRSNhN" /><title>CircleChess Foundational Learning Series - July - By SuperGM Coaches</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Strategy" label="Strategy" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Strategy"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; alt=&quot;CircleChess Foundational Learning Series - July - By SuperGM Coaches&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:4mkRSNhN:wKkSe6mi.jpg&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=30986aef39a9fd498de8a3e655e87bcd16963529&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Join CircleChess's June live online chess lessons! Learn chess game online with top coaches. Limited slots! Play and learn chess, improve strategies, and boost your rating!</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:4mkRSNhN:wKkSe6mi.jpg&amp;w=880&amp;sig=30986aef39a9fd498de8a3e655e87bcd16963529"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-books-to-follow-untill-you-reach-new-fide-elo-1400/cUlx9KQ5</id><published>2024-06-20T09:43:34.114Z</published><updated>2024-06-20T09:43:34.114Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-books-to-follow-untill-you-reach-new-fide-elo-1400/cUlx9KQ5" /><title>The books to follow untill you reach New(!) FIDE ELO 1400+</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Opening" label="Opening" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Opening"></category><category term="Endgame" label="Endgame" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Endgame"></category><category term="Tactics" label="Tactics" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tactics"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Getting a FIDE Rating of 1400+ published against own name is the First Stepping Stone for almost every professional Chess Player's career. The Rating value defines the understanding of the game and the player's ability to compete in variety of conditions. Sometimes the Value might differ than the actual strength but it gets stabilized over the period of time as the player keeps on playing in FIDE rated events.</content><media:thumbnail url="https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-mind-game-developing-a-strong-chess-mindset/NXMpTbdi</id><published>2024-06-20T09:41:57.602Z</published><updated>2024-06-20T09:41:57.602Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/the-mind-game-developing-a-strong-chess-mindset/NXMpTbdi" /><title>The Mind Game - Developing a Strong Chess Mindset</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><category term="Over_the_board" label="Over the board" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Over_the_board"></category><category term="Tournament" label="Tournament" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tournament"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For chess is more than a game, it is a battle of minds. The key to beginning your journey in the game of chess is by developing a strong mindset towards the same. It is made up of Strategic Mindset, Emotional Resilience &amp;amp; Lifelong learning). Boiling it down, in this blog we are going to look at the absolute key fundamentals of developing a high level chess mindset (as well as some practical advice for any young player out there).</content><media:thumbnail url="https://lichess1.org/assets/hashed/user-blog-default.08ce0024.png"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry><entry><id>https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-foundational-learning-series-by-supergm-coaches/hOEGqa0s</id><published>2024-05-20T18:25:21.651Z</published><updated>2024-05-20T18:25:21.651Z</updated><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://lichess.org/@/CircleChessTeam/blog/circlechess-foundational-learning-series-by-supergm-coaches/hOEGqa0s" /><title>CircleChess Foundational Learning Series - By SuperGM Coaches</title><category term="Chess" label="Chess" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess"></category><category term="Analysis" label="Analysis" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Analysis"></category><category term="Tactics" label="Tactics" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Tactics"></category><category term="Strategy" label="Strategy" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Strategy"></category><category term="Chess_Personalities" label="Chess Personalities" scheme="https://lichess.org/blog/topic/Chess_Personalities"></category><content type="html">&lt;img class=&quot;ublog-post-image&quot; width=&quot;880&quot; height=&quot;550&quot; src=&quot;https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;amp;h=550&amp;amp;op=thumbnail&amp;amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:hOEGqa0s:wtTHGc8r.jpg&amp;amp;w=880&amp;amp;sig=1a1d2d5ac1462e95b196c498aa40d1af04fbcfc2&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Join CircleChess's June live online chess lessons! Learn chess game online with top coaches. Limited slots! Play and learn chess, improve strategies, and boost your rating!</content><media:thumbnail url="https://image.lichess1.org/display?fmt=webp&amp;h=550&amp;op=thumbnail&amp;path=circlechessteam:ublog:hOEGqa0s:wtTHGc8r.jpg&amp;w=880&amp;sig=1a1d2d5ac1462e95b196c498aa40d1af04fbcfc2"></media:thumbnail><author><name>CircleChessTeam</name></author></entry></feed>