Advanced Strategy (12)

Converting an advantage is one of the most critical skills for players of all levels. One can often hear chess players saying, “I spoiled a completely winning position”. Actually, the advantage does not disappear by accident. The current workshop will help you discover the profound reasons behind the technical mistakes.

One of the things that impress me in Carlsen's play when in top form is his apparent invulnerability. No matter how much time his strongest opponents dedicate to preparation against him, no matter how dangerous (or simply bad) his positions look at times, the reigning World Champion proves the ability to hold his own, like a cats' reflex to fall on its feet. One reason for this is Carlsen's strong sense of danger, which often leads to unexpected or apparently modest moves, parrying the threats or anticipating the dangers before they even become real.