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#315 – Magnus Carlsen: Greatest Chess Player of All Time

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Decoding Chess: Style, Strategy, and Mental Resilience

This chapter explores the complexities of identifying a chess player's unique style through their strategies and gameplay. It delves into the mental challenges faced after losses, the impact of diet and substances on performance, and the pressures of fame during competitions. Additionally, it reflects on personal experiences and coping mechanisms that elite players employ to navigate the highs and lows of their chess careers.

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