Stalemate in Chess: Rules, Examples & Mistakes
You’re up a queen and two rooks. Your opponent has only a lone king. You play one final move to corner them, and the game ends… in a draw. That is a stalemate in chess. And it has cost players victories, championships, and prize money for centuries. If you’re new to the game, understanding stalemate […]
International chess day 2025: Historical Background of Chess
Historical Background of Chess: From Chaturanga to Global Legacy International Chess Day is celebrated every year on July 20 to honor one of the world’s oldest and most strategic games — chess. The date marks the founding of the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) in 1924, the international governing body of chess. In 1966, FIDE […]
