Le Journal du Palais
Before memorising openings or combinations, every chess player must master the fundamental principles that govern the game. These 7 principles, valid from beginner to Grandmaster, form the foundation on which to build a solid understanding of chess strategy. Principle 1: Control the centre The squares e4, d4, e5, d5 form the centre of the chessboard. […]
Can a chess set be an investment? Take ivory, for instance. The price of an antique ivory chess set can now reach thousands of euros, now banned in favour of precious woods that improve with age. Discover the heritage value of collectible chess boards. An antique ivory chess board is a museum piece. Ivory: a […]
Chess makes you think hard. Created in India in the sixth century, this game requires a mind that’s both sharp and cunning! And yes, believe it or not, it has even conquered the wonderful world of Disney. For many years now, chess sets and Disney have made for a winning match. Each new release meets […]
The FIDE Grand Prix is one of the most demanding routes to the World Championship title. Behind every victory lie months of relentless preparation and nerves of steel. What is the FIDE Grand Prix? The FIDE Grand Prix is a series of tournaments organised by the International Chess Federation. It forms part of the qualification […]
« Wizard’s chess. Wizard’s chess at Hogwarts fascinates fans! » When Ron Weasley sits down before the giant chess board in Harry Potter. The Harry Potter chess set is inspired by the legendary scene at the school of witchcraft and wizardry, Hogwarts, turning an age-old game into a magical adventure. Step back into this iconic […]
From Judit Polgar to Hou Yifan, professional female chess players have proved that there’s no gender limit in this game of the mind. Discover the journey, titles and secrets of these champions. Women’s titles in chess FIDE awards specific titles for women, running parallel to the open titles (IM, GM). These titles recognise female excellence […]
The Sicilian Defence (1.e4 c5) is the most played and most analysed opening in the history of chess. Chosen by world champions from Bobby Fischer to Magnus Carlsen, it offers Black a dynamic, unbalanced game, with genuine chances of victory from the very start of the game. Why play 1…c5? After 1.e4, the move 1…c5 […]
Compact, magnetic and always ready to play: the pocket chess set. A pocket chess board slips into a jacket or handbag, making it the ideal companion for the travelling player and the perfect gift for any lover of the 64 squares. Why choose a pocket chess set? A pocket chess set fits into a bag, […]
Shogi, or Japanese chess, is a fascinating strategy game played by millions of people in Japan. Its unique feature — the ability to bring captured pieces back into play — makes it the most dynamic of all games in the chess family. Here’s how to learn to play Shogi step by step. The history of […]
From the Hans Niemann scandal to FIDE’s anti-cheating in chess measures, chess cheating has become a major issue in the digital age. How can it be detected. How does Chess.com detect cheaters? Through algorithms that compare your moves to the engine’s suggestions, in order to catch fraudsters and preserve the integrity of the game? The […]
