Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026We could argue over who the dark horses of the Olympiad might be (Turkiye!?), but who are the Slow Horses? #chess 000
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/08/2026After 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. 000
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Clearly 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! 010
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/08/2026One of those positions that makes you wonder 'how did they get there?!' 000
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 25/06/2026An interesting position from my game last night; what's the best move for White here, and why is it so strong? 210
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 04/03/2026London League match from last night, coming up to 10pm and Black (me) to play. What happened next? 300
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Nice to play some OTB blitz again! Thanks for organising 021
Reposted by TrendleCaitlin Moran @mscaitlinmoran.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Love being reminded to do this every year. It's a win/win all round 1815861033
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/11/2025First 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? 100
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 05/08/2025A 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... 010
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/07/2025Finished 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 130
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/07/20253/4 so far in #TitledTuesday - 3 wins for 1.f4 and a loss in the Dutch. 010
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 22/02/2025I'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: 000
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 07/02/2025Going to give the Chess960 event a go - it seems I have an old rating that's about to take a hit! 050
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Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Will Magnus be wearing jeans to his wedding this weekend? #chess 210
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 01/01/2025It'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. 0110
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 31/12/2024After 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! 260
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/12/2024If Magnus starts the blitz badly, what reason will he give for quitting this time? 110
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 28/12/2024FIDE 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. 190
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 12/12/2024Game 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. 130
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 11/12/2024Probably 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! 2240
Reposted by TrendleEnglish Chess Federation @englishchess.bsky.social · 11/12/2024Happy 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. 0185
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 10/12/2024When they refuse to take accept a draw in dead endgame. 4120
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 10/12/2024I think I'm in trouble after round 6 win! 6/7 now though 040
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 09/12/2024It seems I was wrong - Ding has come out fighting and is still in this match. Can he take his chance? #DingGukesh 120
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024Sad times for Ding fans. I don't see a way back from this 😢 #DingGukesh 120
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024After 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 210
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 08/12/2024If 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 010
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/12/2024If 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 021
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 03/12/2024With 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 020
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 01/12/2024I 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 100
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 30/11/2024It'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 020
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024The London Chess Classic starts today at the Emirates stadium. Apparently the venue was chosen as it's known to be silent during games! 052
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 29/11/2024All that time in school chess clubs, reminding kids how to properly develop their pieces - ruined! #DingGukesh 140
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 27/11/2024Concerning 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 220
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 27/11/2024I quite like 9.g4 from Gukesh, seems to put on some early pressure - with less risk than 10.g4 in game 1. #DingGukesh #Chess 240
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/11/2024Opening 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 000
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 26/11/2024No predictions for #DingGukesh today, just looking forward to another exciting game. #chess 150
Reposted by TrendlePeter Svidler @polborta.bsky.social · 25/11/2024gotta 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. 2716
Trendle @trendle.bsky.social · 25/11/2024Great 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. 000