Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 17/07/2025The (very long) waiting is finally over! #chess #chesspunks 160
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 12/06/2025Introducing VAR at #chess #chesspunksyoutube.comNew Chess Controversy 😱😱 #chess #anishgiriYouTube video by ChessBase India 030
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 18/04/2025And as a bonus, your a pawn is feeling happy seeing an empty highway in front of it 😀 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 18/04/2025A typical pattern we must know arose on my rapid game: my opponent played Bg4 allowing me to attack their pinned Knight thinking that they can counterattack with a6. What is the right continuation for white? #chesspunks 140
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 27/03/2025For those of you #chesspunks that like 1.e4 and you are also #music lovers, there is a an album that you should definitely check 😀. Here is the review from Pitchfork:pitchfork.comManuel Göttsching: E2-E4After Ash Ra Tempel dissolved in the mid-’70s, the krautrock band’s leader Manuel Göttsching explored ambiance and minimalism. Improvised at home in an hour, E2-E4 became an electronic music landmark. 030
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Yet another annoying photo of celebrities that they are supposed to play #chess. Just have a look in which squares the Queens are. #chesspunks 230
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 12/03/2025I’m eager to delve in to this one. I had the utmost respect for @susanpolgar.bsky.social not only for her #chess accomplishments, but also for the fact that is so accessible to us amateurs and to our #chesspunks community, always willing to give us her guidance and her help towards our improvement. 162
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 21/02/2025Yes I did. Not only it is a great book but the quality of the edition is great as well. 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 20/02/2025While visiting London, a stop at “Chess & Bridge” was a no-brainer for me. #chesspunks 1151
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 06/02/2025I’m still waiting for the audiobook version which was supposed to be out last year. 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 29/01/2025I run into this today and I have to share it. Blew my mind too #chesspunks 1120
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 22/01/2025Just started listening to this audiobook. Is any #chesspunk familiar with it? 000
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 17/01/2025As I am a recreational runner my self, I totally agree with GM Studer #chesspunksnextlevelchess.comWhy Bother? What Running Taught Me About Improving at Chess (and Life) - Next Level Chess By GM Noël StuderWhy bother learning a new skill, especially when you are super busy? You might be surprised with the benefits, though. 011
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 16/01/2025Apparently, the debate whether faster time controls can generate more excitement than classical is not new. Here is an article from NYT archives about it: #chess #chesspunksnytimes.comChess: Who Says Chess Is slow?; Not the ‘Rapid Transit’ Man (Published 1964) 000
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 16/01/2025The usual problem with these LTRs for us amateurs is that you spend your time studying an overwhelming amount of variations in 15+ depth and then your opponents are deviating on move 5. 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 10/01/2025My opponent on today’s rapid game just played Ne4 which is a blunder. Can you see why? #chesspunks 150
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 09/01/2025#chesspunks did you know that Sting is an avid #chess player? Have a look on this exhibition game where he lasted for 45 moves before loosing to @garrykasparov.bsky.socialchessgames.comGarry Kasparov vs Sting (2000) Every Move You MakeViewable chess game Garry Kasparov vs Sting, 2000, with discussion forum and chess analysis features. 120
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 08/01/2025“I found him reading a book and asked what he was reading. He said that he had started rereading Plato (in Greek, of course) and I teasingly wondered, ‘Is it any good?’ To which he matter-of-factly replied: ‘I don’t think much has been added after Plato.’” #chesspunks this is a great read:newinchess.comRobert Hübner (1948-2025) A great player and a unique mindThe news of the death of Robert Hübner, yesterday at the age of 76, after a long illness, filled me with great sadness. I remembered how we met at tournaments and at our homes, our conversations 141
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 03/01/2025This is my earworm these days:youtu.beThe Gits - Second Skin (2024 Remaster) [Official Live Video]YouTube video by The Gits 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Yesterday: Course price: 30$ Discount: -33% Final price: 20$ ————— Today: Course price: 30$ Discount: -13% Extra PRO discount: -20% Final price: 20$ What a bargain! 😂 120
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 02/01/2025@chessable.com decided to follow the arrogant management cliche “the customer is an idiot”. The emailed us that “Chessable PRO's discount now stacks with other discounts” but when you go to the courses sales you realize that now, they are the half of what they use to be!!! #chess #chesspunks 251
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 28/12/2024Yes, this matter is very subjective. For instance, if we judge them by dominance, Lasker also should be part of the discussion. 010
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 28/12/2024The ongoing debate for the GOAT is between Fischer, Kasparov and Carlsen. 100
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 28/12/2024Now all three perceived as GOAT have something in common: a beef with FIDE. #chess #chesspunks 140
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 24/12/2024Nevertheless, the only logical solution is that black played g7-g5. g6-g5 is not possible because white King would have been in check. 100
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 24/12/2024A tricky mate in 2 composition from Polgar’s book. White to move. Merry Christmas #chesspunks 210
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 24/12/2024 #chesspunks I’m happy about my dedication in #chess study this year. My wife isn’t. 390
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 22/12/2024being over 50, #chess and #running are my main weapons to delay the process of aging. Time will beat me at the end, but I hope that will be in the extra time 😃 120
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 22/12/2024As a member of the @chessdojo.bsky.social I analyse and keep my games in their Files system. Their game editor is just awesome. Before that, Lichess studies was the way to go 010
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 22/12/2024Running for me too, but for the general fitness purpose. The way it combines with chess, is that I am listening to chess podcasts while I'm running. 110
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 20/12/2024My biggest failure in #chess is that I couldn’t convey my love for the game to my kids. I really envy fellow #chesspunks who managed it. 061
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 16/12/2024I believe anyone from intermediate level and up although the course also mention beginners 100
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 13/12/2024I believe I reached the slope of enlightenment, but it feels steep and slippery 010
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 12/12/2024Ding’s situation reminds me of a football game where a former strong team plays as an outsider in the final, manages to come back from behind to save the game against all odds and just before the final whistle scores an own goal and looses. Absolute devastation. #DingGukesh #chesspunks 050
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 12/12/2024Well deserved for Gukesh and for the Indian #chess community as well who have worked wonders the last decade. Congrats! 👏 #chesspunks 030
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 12/12/2024Apparently Anna-Maria Botsari, a Greek woman #chess player, had played the novelty 6. ….Nge7 long before Gukesh!! #WorldChessChampionship #DingGukesh #chesspunks 070
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 11/12/2024Seems that for a year now @chessable.com resembles tooth brushing #chesspunks 160
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Thanks, I tried it and noticed that some pieces detached even on 45 degrees 000
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 09/12/2024I decided to splurge on this little baby. Let’s see how it goes #chesspunks 250
Marako71 @amarakom.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Although I was pro Gukesh, I am very happy about Ding and how he managed to bounce back. Yesterday I was furious at everyone who mocked him about his blunder, his opening preparation and even for his honest thoughts about the game. #WorldChessChampionship #DingGukesh #chess #chesspunks 0110
