EP 194 | Should I Play Up?

Should you play up in chess tournaments? The sensi discuss tournament rating sections, strategy, and best methods for improvement.

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0:00 Should You Play Up?

0:55 Play Your Own Section

2:23 The Ego Trap

5:29 What About Juniors?

9:32 If Everyone Plays Up

17:15 Tournament Problems

22:27 Playing Stronger Opponents

29:09 Don't Play for a Draw

38:04 Confidence Matters

44:08 Enjoy the Challenge