Learn chess: rules, openings and progression Page 3

Long ago, the queen was not a strong player on the board; historians say there was no queen at all. This led me to write this article about the queen in chess.

The history of chess goes back more than 1400 years. The game has evolved slowly, with each generation bringing new moves and new possibilities. But the meaning of “solving the puzzle” can vary.

Let’s take a closer look at the knight, a chess piece. The knight is an unusual piece in chess, and its strengths and weaknesses can be hard to grasp.

A chess clock serves two main purposes. It creates a sense of urgency for players, and for beginners, it also helps them become more strategic and play chess effectively once they grow used to using chess clocks.

For novice chess players, and for those who have never played this game before, it’s easy to get lost in the details of where each chess piece goes.

Chess can be enjoyed as a leisure activity, with friends analysing and testing every move. For the competitive player, however, chess must be a discipline in time management.
Tournament chess is not just about facing your opponent; you must also battle the analogue clock watching over you, its countdown ever more threatening.