Go to Gate

A website by Laurent Freyd

Stretching the Laws

“The rules … the rules! Don’t break the rules!” White Bishop (0’35) As an International Arbiter, I have to agree with the bishop in this short animated movie. However, it’s always fun to play with the Laws of Chess, stretching them to the limit of their interpretations. Sometimes, reading the text too strictly leads you…
Read more

@chessmeme

There are more adventures on a chessboard than on all the seas of the world. Pierre Mac Orlan (1882 – 1970) For your pleasure, @chessmeme extended the concept to chess pictures! Every chess picture becomes a real adventure, with great creativity and a fine sense of humor.

THE chess calendar 2020

The best way to enjoy your chess trips even before they happen is to log them in a cool calendar! My friend Niki understood that and will make all chess enthusiasts happy with her creation. Get your own copy on Niki Riga’s website.

2017 Champions Showdown

The Saint Louis Chess Club hosted the Champions Showdown 2017, November 9-14 2017. An original format where the top 3 American players and World Champion Magnus Carlsen play against 4 opponents in 10 rapid games and 20 blitz games. Inspired by the second rapid game between Alexander Grischuk and Fabiano Caruana, the position below shows…
Read more