Fundamentals of Positional Play and Strategy

Introduction

Chess is more than moving pieces - it’s a game of ideas, strategy, and timing. Every square, pawn, and piece matters, and understanding their potential can make the difference between winning and losing. From openings to endgames, from tactics to positional play, success comes from coordinating your pieces, restricting your opponent, and making every move count. In this series, we explore key concepts with examples from top-level games, showing how to turn positional understanding into real advantages on the board. Whether you’re a beginner or a grandmaster, these insights will sharpen your play and deepen your chess intuition