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Luigi Mangione, the Rise of Bluesky, and High-Stakes Chokes

Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova

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The Psychology of Choking in High-Stakes Competitions

This chapter examines Deng Lijian's shocking blunder in a championship match against Gukesh Domoraju, leading to his loss of the World Chess title. The discussion delves into the psychological factors at play in high-pressure situations, drawing parallels between chess and other competitive fields.

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