Schachtraining mit Matthias Blübaum

Together with his long-time coach Matthias Krallmann, GM Matthias Blübaum recounts his journey from early youth to becoming the European Champion. According to his own statement, he particularly benefited from the "Prince Group" of the German Chess Federation, which was established in 2008 by national youth coach IM Bernd Vökler. In this not-so-long journey of an outstanding young talent to becoming a top German player, the reader is not only taken along but can also learn a lot for their own practice "on the way" and is offered various didactic tips and tricks. In the foreword, IM Bernd Vökler states: "... a special coup has been achieved. Endgame guru Dr. Karsten Müller dissects the endgames of Matthias Blübaum. A double delight for the reader! – The next section provides insight into the treasure trove of every grandmaster – namely, his opening repertoire. Matthias Krallmann notes that even former world champion Khalifman has explicitly praised the complete and cohesive repertoire of Matthias Blübaum. – This is followed by annotated games against the top stars of the scene: the chapter is mouth-watering! – And finally, the reader must get involved. The great tactics test invites puzzling and calculating. Matthias Krallmann and Matthias Blübaum do not offer easy fare! Typical of East Westphalia, labor-intensive, demanding, honest, and straightforward – this is the portrait of the chess worker, the chess grandmaster, the chess practitioner Matthias Blübaum. The path to becoming number one in Germany is not a sprint but a marathon!.