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Chess Coach in London, occasionally still playing the game when I can.

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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We could argue over who the dark horses of the Olympiad might be (Turkiye!?), but who are the Slow Horses? #chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
After a disasterous rapid event at the weekend in London (playing "proper openings"), I decided to return to pushing the f-pawn for most of Titled Tuesday yesterday. I managed to somehow win the last 4 games to finish on a pleasing 7.5/11 - and feel a bit more like a chessplayer again.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Clearly the way to deal with England's future drought problems is to schedule more test matches for the summer. We need one every other week at least!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Made it to 2800 blitz on @chess.com for the first time!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
One of those positions that makes you wonder 'how did they get there?!'
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
An interesting position from my game last night; what's the best move for White here, and why is it so strong?
White to move after ...axb5
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
London League match from last night, coming up to 10pm and Black (me) to play. What happened next?
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Nice to play some OTB blitz again! Thanks for organising
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Caitlin Moran @mscaitlinmoran.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Love being reminded to do this every year. It's a win/win all round
Clear out toys now!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
First two Classical games in months at the 4NCL this weekend. Scored 1 / 2, with over 10 hours played and almost 170 moves (both as Black) Interesting position from my win; the computer initially thinks White is better, but after more time it goes to 0.00 - what is the correct move/plan for B here?
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
A solid 5.5/8 in today's Titled Tuesday. First one using Proctor, and did struggle a bit when short on time. The Dutch did a bit better though, including winning this position; White hasn't quite managed to blockade everything yet...
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Finished on 8/11. Some luck, with 7 Whites - and a storming 7/7 for 1.f4 including wins over Shankland. The Dutch was much shakier, but still a nice win over Jonas Bjerre. #chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Up to 6/7 in #TitledTuesday today!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
3/4 so far in #TitledTuesday - 3 wins for 1.f4 and a loss in the Dutch.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
I've been playing a bit more 960, and it's fun to see the mess that can be created very quickly. I was pleased to set up this trapped queen trick today:
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Going to give the Chess960 event a go - it seems I have an old rating that's about to take a hit!
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Peter Svidler @polborta.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Will Magnus be wearing jeans to his wedding this weekend? #chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
It's like FIDE are trapped in a toxic relationship with Magnus. Whatever he does they're dependent on him, and they'll ultimately take him back.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
After a few weeks off, I gave Titled Tuesday another go. Much less dramatic this time, but happy with the finish to my final game of the year: Happy New Year!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
If Magnus starts the blitz badly, what reason will he give for quitting this time?
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
FIDE may be the "bad guys" in #jeansgate but that certainly doesn't make Magnus one of the "good guys". He's a fantastic player, and a crappy role-model.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
Game 14 of #DingGukesh is hard to predict. If Ding is feeling ambitious I think he'll try 1.Nf3 or 1.c4, but I think it's more likely he try something solid after 1.d4, get a tiny edge but not over extend. 1.e4 and an Italian will also lead to a draw.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Probably a good time to take a prolonged break from The Other Place. Hopefully we can concentrate on the positive side of the chess community here!
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English Chess Federation @englishchess.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Happy birthday to GM Gawain Jones. Excellent and well-timed article covering Gawain’s win at the London Classic buff.ly/3D9svYp Photo by Dennis Dicen taken at the British Chess Championships.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
When they refuse to take accept a draw in dead endgame.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
I think I'm in trouble after round 6 win! 6/7 now though
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
School is out. Titled Tuesday is in.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
It seems I was wrong - Ding has come out fighting and is still in this match. Can he take his chance? #DingGukesh
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Sad times for Ding fans. I don't see a way back from this 😢 #DingGukesh
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Game 11 of #GukeshDing is 🔥
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
After 15...g6? Gukesh has some interesting options. 16.a4 makes sense, but there's also 16.Nd2 Ncxd3 17.Qe4 Nc5 18.b6! Qd6 19.Qb1 with very unclear play. #DingGukesh
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
If Ding retains the World title, he'll do it despite constantly handicapping himself with poor preparation and time management. He has however been impressive when he does get to the middlegame, so let's see! #DingGukesh
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
If Ding holds this it will be as much of a psychological victory as game 1 was. Not only has he been lost over the board, but also under massive time pressure through most of this game. He still needs to show more with White though! #DingGukesh #Chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
With 7.Re1 Gukesh continues his trend to not pressure for an opening edge, and instead challenge Ding to solve new problems. This will gain him a lead on the clock, but so far with Ding Liren has responded well with Black and generally had good chances. Will that change today? #DingGukesh #chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
I like Ding Liren's prep today. It looks innocuous at first, but after 11.Nfd2 the engine line for Black to equalise is: 11...e5, 12.Nxe4 dxe4 13.Qxc5 Qg6 14.Nd2 Qxg2 15.0-0-0 #DingGukesh #Chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
It's becoming increasingly clear Gukesh hasn't found a proper edge against the French. I'm a bit surprised he hasn't tried the Advance as it seems to fit his aggressive style. Perhaps we'll see it if he falls behind in the match again. #DingGukesh #Chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
The London Chess Classic starts today at the Emirates stadium. Apparently the venue was chosen as it's known to be silent during games!
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
All that time in school chess clubs, reminding kids how to properly develop their pieces - ruined! #DingGukesh
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Concerning signs for Gukesh early on in this match. He's clearly an amazing calculator, but he seems to be playing moves many top players would reject on intuition: 15.g5?! in game 3 and 30.Qc2? (instead of Bc5) in game 1. #DingGukesh #chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
I quite like 9.g4 from Gukesh, seems to put on some early pressure - with less risk than 10.g4 in game 1. #DingGukesh #Chess
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Opening thoughts for Game 3 tomorrow: The traditional strategy would be for Gukesh to play 1.d4 and see what Ding has prep'd (or not!). Instead I expect one more e4, daring Ding to repeat the French. No idea what Ding will do, I'd be pleased to see a Berlin, but think an a6 Lopez is the most likely
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
No predictions for #DingGukesh today, just looking forward to another exciting game. #chess
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Peter Svidler @polborta.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
gotta remember we the pundits were constantly writing one of the contestants off in 2023, only to have to flip it a couple of games later. having said that, it's hard to overstate how happy i am as a viewer that i remain completely useless at predictions.
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Great start to the match today in #DingGukesh. How many more Frenches are we expecting from Ding Liren? I would guess only one, but not in game 3.
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