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Chess Scenes At a Death Bed

Michael Basman’s reflections during his brother Robert’s final moments.

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.