Chess: 900 to 1800

The bishop pair

Two bishops cover both colours; open the position and they outgun knight and bishop.

  • 7 min
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  • Lesson 42 of 132

Three steps: an explanation, a demonstration, and a position to play out against the engine. Becomes essential around 1400.

The bishop pair The square arrow button opens this screen in the full trainer, with its menu and settings. Credit: Chess Trainer

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