Michael Basman’s reflections during his brother Robert’s final moments.
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Can you beat an eight year old at chess?
Mike Basman vs Patrick Damodaran (8 years old). Could you beat an 8 year old at chess?
Aarav on the Podium
Introducing the junior division of the Invisible Army : The Cadet Force!
THE WIDE BATTLEFIELD
Michael Basman writes up the Northumbrian Masters, October 2021. Analysis of a game from the competition by Trisha Kanyamarala and Roddy McKay. Photography by Paul Charlton.
Brightening Northern Skies: Northumbrian Masters
Michael Basman writes up the Northumbrian Masters, August 2021. Analysis of a game from the competition using the Grob Ga-ga Gambit.
29/05/21 Puzzle: Solution
Solution to the chess puzzle from 29/05/21. Short master games in the ‘short sharp shocks’ collection.
29/05/21 COMPETITION: Short Master Games
Chess puzzle from 29/05/21. Find the best continuation for white in this game.
22/05/21 Puzzle: Solution
Solution to the chess puzzle from 22/05/21. Short master games in the ‘short sharp shocks’ collection.
22/05/21 COMPETITION: Short Master Games
Chess puzzle from 22/05/21. Find the best continuation for white in this game.
15/05/21 Puzzle: Solution
Solution to the chess puzzle from 15/05/21. Short master games in the ‘short sharp shocks’ collection.