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The time it takes to reach a chess rating of 2000 ELO will depend on several factors, including the player's current level of skill, their natural aptitude for the game, and the amount of time and effort they are able to dedicate to studying and practicing. However, with consistent and focused effort, it is possible for a player to achieve a rating of 2000 ELO within a few years of starting to play seriously.

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Magnus Carlsen was just 10 years old when he first discovered the power of a chess databases. It was a hot summer day, and he was cooped up in his room, scrolling through chess websites in search of a new challenge. That's when he stumbled upon a database, filled with hundreds of thousands of games played by some of the greatest chess players in history.

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There are several Hollywood celebrities who have been known to play chess, including: Will Smith, Woody Harrelson, Nicolas Cage, Keira Knightley, Kate Hudson, Angelina Jolie, Michael Douglas, Jennifer Lawrence. These are just a few examples of the many Hollywood celebrities who enjoy playing chess. While they might not reach anywhere near IM or GM level it is still important they set the standard for the kids. Because kids love to repeat what they see on social media.

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Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" is often compared to playing chess due to the strategic principles and tactics outlined in the book. Just as in chess, the goal of the book is to gain a strategic advantage over one's opponent and come out victorious.

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Chess tactics are an essential part of the game of chess and are often the key to winning a game. Without a good understanding of tactics, it is difficult to succeed at chess. There are several reasons why learning chess tactics is important for every chess player. 

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We all read great books; chess players can read great chess books. But which one to read in January 2023? By the way did you know that if you read book passively you lose 90% of all information inside? So, bring the pen or pencil and start to read actively underlining the important statements, replaying the games, learning. Practice makes perfect.

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Once upon a time, in a small village called Chessville, there lived a young boy named Peter who loved to play chess. Peter spent hours every day studying chess strategies and practicing his moves. He was determined to become the best chess player in the village.

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A chess database is a collection of games and other information related to the game of chess. It allows players to access information about past games, including the moves that were played and the outcomes of those games.

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