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Morning Moves: Daily Chess Insights from ChessNut Academy Today’s Chess Headlines Magnus Carlsen clinched the inaugural Chess Esports World Cup , winning $250,000 in Riyadh with fierce rapid play and tactical time wins known as “dirty flagging.” ( Read more ) Young Indian sensation V Pranav surprised many by performing strongly in a Masters event—even without a coach—demonstrating bold self-reliance and impressive preparation. ( Read more ) World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju emphasizes meditation and yoga as key factors behind his calm and focused approach in high-pressure games. ( Read more ) Feature Topic: Self-Coaching – A Rising Trend in Young Players The Challenge (for players & parents): In a chess world packed with rising stars, what happens when a young player opts to “go it alone”—without a coach? What’s Happening: V Pranav’s success even without a coach signals a growing confidence among young players—but also raises concerns: Are they missing structured ...