Aug. 2, 2026

Ep. 196: Rook Slides, Queen Slides, & Other Chess Blind Spots

Ep. 196: Rook Slides, Queen Slides, & Other Chess Blind Spots
Ep. 196: Rook Slides, Queen Slides, & Other Chess Blind Spots
The Chess Angle
Ep. 196: Rook Slides, Queen Slides, & Other Chess Blind Spots

Many chess blunders aren't caused by poor calculation - they're caused by visual blind spots. In this episode, we explore why certain types of moves consistently escape our attention, how those blind spots lead to missed tactics and costly mistakes, and what you can do to start seeing more of the board.

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