Akash Ganesan

Traveling to Kerala, Kochi🌴 with @vishy64theking sir for the 44th Chess Olympiad Promotion conducted by Kerala Chess Association. @aicfchess @ChessbaseIndia @chesscom_in #ChessOlympiadTorchRelay #chesschennai2022

@blunderisgambit @davidllada I think we might see an endgame today against Anish

@gakashchess @davidllada Sindarov keeps ending games in the middlegame.It's like the endgame books can "stay on the shelf."

Sindarov's formula at the candidates: 1. Out-prepare them at home & Steal their clock by move 20 2. Complicate everything & Enjoy the chaos 5.5/6. First tournament. 20 years old. It's working. 📸: @davidllada

Why is it called Madras School of Chess? Because Madras is not just a name, it is a culture that creates champions. Join @madraschess, Chennai’s trusted place to learn chess with skill, discipline, and winning mindset. #ChessAcademy #Chennai #Chess

1st MSC Online registration form link: jotform.com/form/260634149… 1st MSC lichess tournament link : lichess.org/swiss/y0yIREtd

Can you handle the pressure? Play the @MadrasSchoolChess FREE Online Blitz Event on March 21st at 6 PM. .Cash Prizes .Medals delivered to your home .Entry: ABSOLUTELY FREE! Register now! Check link at the comment! #ChessTournament #FreeChess @gakashchess #Onlinechess

Akash reveals the answer to the question people ask him the most about a champion’s mindset. Train with champions at @MadrasChess #Chess #TrendingNow #ChessSecrets

Many parents ask: “Is my child too young - or too old - to start?” #ChessAcademyChennai @madraschess @gakashchess #TrendingNow #PragueChessFestival [ Chess Moves, Trending, Chess Academy, Chess, T. Nagar, Anna Nagar, Madras Chess, Chennai ]

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The infamous "Toiletgate" of 2006! Topalov accused Kramnik of visiting the bathroom 50 times per game to cheat. Kramnik protested, forfeited a game, and the match almost collapsed. In the end, Kramnik proved his dominance on the board and won the title! #ChessHistory #Kramnik

Below are the links for the book! 1. 100 Endgames You Must Know: by Jesus De La Villa amzn.to/3N9Jgbf 2. Endgame Strategy by Mikhail Shereshevsky amzn.to/4sptAzK 3. Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual by Mark Dvoretsky amzn.to/4l8Bf2Q

How #Magnus turned a disqualification into a win for charity! In 2024, FIDE banned him for wearing jeans. Magnus walked out, came back for the Blitz, won Gold, and then auctioned the "Forbidden Jeans" for 36k USD! A masterclass in turning controversy into a legacy. #Chess #FIDE

Stop guessing, start calculating! GM @GMAkashGanesan’s Top 3 Tactics Books: Winning Chess Tactics (Seirawan) Learn Chess Tactics (John Nunn) 5334 Problems (Laszlo Polgar) Master the patterns, win more games. Want free puzzle sheets? Comment "TACTICS"! #ChessTactics #ChessBooks

Can you draw against Magnus by just copying his moves? Short answer: No. Copying moves is a beginner trap. The moment a check is delivered or a piece is captured, the symmetry breaks and you lose. Stop looking for shortcuts, start learning the strategy! #ChessTips #Magnus

See what our Co-Founder GM Akash Ganesan shares about how chess quietly builds powerful qualities in young minds At @madraschess, Chennai, we don’t just teach moves, we shape thinkers, leaders, and champions.

Does Chess improve your general memory? The truth: It’s a Myth. While it drastically improves your Pattern Recognition and Working Memory, it doesn't necessarily mean you'll remember your grocery list better! #ChessMyth #GMAkashGanesan #BrainTraining #MemoryPower #TamilChess

Stuck in the middle game? Stop "pushing wood" and start planning. @GMAkashGanesan’s Top 3 Strategy Picks: How to Reassess Your Chess (Silman) My System (Nimzowitsch) Simple Chess (Stean) Want free strategy puzzle sheets? Comment "STRATEGY" & I'll DM you! #ChessStrategy

Don't get trapped by "One-Game Ideas"! Seeing a GM like Aravind play a wild Sicilian variation is exciting, but for club players, it's a trap. Stick to your Caro-Kann and master the fundamentals first. Copy the discipline, not just the moves! #ChessTips #AravindhChithambaram

Why do the best players in the world still have coaches? It’s not about being weak; it's about getting an expert's "Third-Person" perspective to fix hidden mistakes. Coaching is an investment in your growth, not a fix for your weakness. #ChessCoaching #GMAkash #Virat #Chess

Losing a game ≠ Bad Opening. Stop switching openings every time you lose. The secret isn't the first 10 moves; it's the ideas behind them. Study Model Games Understand typical plans Analyze your own mistakes Change your learning method, not your repertoire! #Chess #openings

1996: Human 1 - 0 AI 1997: AI 1 - 1 Human The #Kasparov vs. Deep Blue changed the game forever. It wasn't just a loss for a World Champion; it was the birth of the #Chessengine Era we live in today. From Deep Blue to Stockfish 16, the journey has been insane! #Chess #AI