.M. Fazylov’s book “Жемчужины шашечного искусства” is now available in stores. A collection of books specially selected for you for the New Year. Happy learning in 2026!
A little official information: “How do you like that, Elon Musk?” is a Russian-language internet meme that appeared in late 2017 or early 2018 and mocks absurd inventions. After its appearance, it became one of the most popular memes in Russia and also gained some traction in the English-speaking world. The meaning of the meme is to publish a photo with a certain “life hack” that challenges American engineer and entrepreneur Elon Musk.
Traditional Russian draughts tournaments were held in Orsha, Belarus. Medals were awarded in two categories: Classic and Blitz. Usually, top players do not participate in regional tournaments. However, this time, Andrey Valyuk and Arkady Plakhin played in Orsha.
Author: Jake Kacher
In all of the positions white start and win.
At present, there is very little material available on positional play on the large board. We have decided to fill this gap. We are starting a series of publications based on J. Kraienbrink’s books on the problems of positional play, with an analysis of the systemic errors made by most players and coaches. You can purchase all of J. Kraienbrink’s books in our store.
We haven’t paid much attention to draughts players from the Baltic region for a long time. Or, more precisely, the Baltic states. And in the new year of 2026, nothing has changed for the better in one proud federation. Draughts players also gather behind closed doors without broadcasts or audience access. It’s as if they are committing some kind of crime or attending a sect that is forbidden to talk about. In general, they are satisfying themselves in the old-fashioned way.
When taking their first steps on the big board, every beginner draughts player learns about a variety of combination mechanisms that can be used in their game. One of the first combination moves in the mandatory training program is the “Bomb” move. Today we will learn about it.
The year 2025 has come to an end. It was a challenging year for many, but it also brought many exciting events to the world of draughts. The World and European Championships in Turkey, the stunning competitions in Yakutia and China, the brilliant young draughts players from Mongolia and Hungary, and many more memorable moments from the friendly draughts community. And of course…
The store now offers the opportunity to purchase all of Sergey Plekhov’s new books. The entire collection of books has been specially prepared for you this New Year. Happy learning in 2026!
Two notable tournaments took place in Minsk this weekend. Draughts players from the Republic of Belarus competed for two cups in team competitions. Seventeen teams took part in the Russian Draughts Cup, with a total of 68 players. Many talented young draughts players played on the same team as experienced masters and grandmasters.
The gentleman and former head of the FMJD, as well as the former secretary general with a beautiful Orthodox name and still the head of the impoverished federation, should call an ambulance and urgently visit a psychiatrist. Their mental health is in danger. As is the health of their lackeys.
Young draughts players from Latvia are looking to the future with hope. They get together and play in the Young Hope Cup. The same cannot be said for fans of the traditional game of draughts on a small board, especially in tournaments based on the Brazilian version.