Opening Videos

Chess enthusiasts are in for a treat as young prodigy Leon Mendonca and seasoned player Nico Zwirs have released engaging opening videos showcasing their expertise in the game. Mendonca, on his way to the Tata Steel Masters 2025, stopped in Hamburg to record a video of his impressive win against Harika Dronavalli at the Chennai GM Challengers 2024. Playing as White against the French Defence, Mendonca opted for the Advance Variation, leading to a strategic advantage.

Meanwhile, Nico Zwirs delves into Magnus Carlsen’s game for his new club, FC St. Pauli, in the German Bundesliga. Analyzing the Fianchetto Variation of the King’s Indian Defence, Zwirs highlights Carlsen’s enterprising style and the critical moments in the game. With insightful commentary on White’s options, Zwirs provides a comprehensive breakdown of the game.

Additionally, the latest ChessBase Extra #223 offers 50 annotated games from various tournaments in the “Lucky bag.” Featuring analyses from top players like Romain Edouard, Surya Ganguly, Anish Giri, Abhijeet Gupta, and Spyridon Kapnisis, the Extra promises a deep dive into the world of chess strategy and tactics.

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