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Sharp & Deadly: Crushing the Maroczy Bind - VIDEO
Hey Streetfighters! If you’re a fan of fianchetto setups with Black, chances are you’ve struggled ag…
My Rasa-Studier Gambit Course is Out Now!
Hey Streetfighter, Welcome to my Rasa-Studier Gambit course!
Rome, Pizza & a Wild Ride in Serie A1
March in Rome: pizza, history, and... the annual Italian Team Championship (A1 division) took place …
Mental Lab - Play Practical, Not Perfect!
Ever heard the phrase “creates good practical chances” when someone describes a chess move? Do you k…
Middlegame Madness: Stick to Your Plan - VIDEO
Hey Champs! Over the years, chess has changed a lot, but back when I was a kid, the biggest differen…
Mental Lab – Own Your Performance
As an ambitious kid growing up in one of the least developed chess regions of my country, competing …
GM’s Mind - Brunello Sabino
Brunello Sabino is an Italian Grandmaster who earned his title in 2010 and reached his peak rating o…
Middlegame Madness: The Development Advantage I. - VIDEO
Hello my Champs! Today, we’re diving straight into one of my favorite topics: tactical advantages. U…
Mental Lab – The Real Boss Fight
"I don’t believe in psychology, I believe in good moves!" – said Bobby Fischer, arguably the greates…
Mental Lab: The Devil is in the Details
When it comes to openings, let's talk about something important...
GM’s Mind - Axel Smith
I first met Axel, just like Eduardas, in the Danish team championship. He is an incredibly kind, con…
GM’s Mind - Eduardas Rozentalis
My first interviewee is the legendary Lithuanian Grandmaster Eduardas Rozentalis.
Road to 2400: The Opening That’s Bad with Both Colors
This Sunday, I finally made my debut playing for my new French team in Cannes. Now, I’m not here to …
Chess Openings: Myths, Realities, and Practical Advice
Among chess enthusiasts, questions about openings are always among the hottest topics. I’ve noticed …
Middlegame Madness: The Backward Thinking - VIDEO
Hey everyone! Today, we're get into a lesser-known, but game-changing tool that you must to know: th…
Deadly Opening Tricks & Gambits: The Philidor Gambit VIDEO
Hey Chess Friends! Let me give you a quick sneak peek into one of my childhood favorites: the Philid…
Securing the Edge: Winning Without Mercy - VIDEO
Hey all! In today’s post, I’d like to continue exploring my passion for the off-the-board factors th…
Winning Against the Odds: The Risk Taking - VIDEO
Yo, welcome to Winning Against the Odds: The Risk Taking video! Today, I’m taking on one of my favor…
Mental Lab - New Year, New Gains: Chess Grind for 2025
Hey everyone, One of the most common questions I get asked during my previous AMAs, in various forms…
Mental Lab - Read for the Win
Happy New Year first and foremost! And what better way to kick off the year than with the latest edi…
Mental Lab - Consistency is Your MVP
Hi guys! I have a blog series whose content I would like to share with you, in case you find it usef…
Middlegame Madness: The Candidate Moves - VIDEO
Yo, welcome back to Middlegame Madness! Today, we’re tackling another must-have chess skill: identif…
Holiday Sale: Discounts on All My Unorthodox Opening Repertoires
I’m offering discounts on all my chess opening repertoires until December 31st! The repertoires will…