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Sept. 27, 2026

Ep. 204: How to Play Chess in Time Trouble | 5+3 Amateur Run

Ep. 204: How to Play Chess in Time Trouble | 5+3 Amateur Run
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Ep. 204: How to Play Chess in Time Trouble | 5+3 Amateur Run

This video features two 5+3 games with very different challenges. After a quick London System game, the second turns into a lesson in managing serious time pressure, with less than 30 seconds on my clock while my opponent still has more than three minutes. We’ll look at practical ways busy adult amateurs can simplify decisions, manage the clock, and continue playing good chess when time is running out.

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