Opening Blunders!! | Scotch Game | 900 Elo | Top Theory Speedrun | GM Naroditsky

[@GoodnotGreat88]

A lot of respect for how Danya reminds chat we were all new once. So many GMs make "stomp" videos where they show off that they can easily beat people who are new at the game that they have been playing all of their life. It doesn't impress me. Danya impressed me here.

[@RobertoHernandez-kf8nn]

Hikaru 😂

[@TymexComputing]

But Karu is smiling much lately again :) @@RobertoHernandez-kf8nn ok ok ok he still talks too much and too much repeats

[@baconbitz7804]

@@RobertoHernandez-kf8nnyeah but it’s funny when hikaru does it

[@RobertoHernandez-kf8nn]

@@baconbitz7804 of course!! It’s also entertaining😂

[@averyhaferman3474]

I'm 500. I'm not new at all. But that 900 would demolish me. I'm just dumb ig

[@dcthereal1]

I know the lower level games aren't as mentally stimulating, but they are kind of fun to watch! I loved the deep analysis of the position only for the opponent to blunder a piece immediately 😂

[@Blaaww1]

This is spot on. Danya calculating a few different lines assuming opponent might play best move. Next move opponent moves a pawn and loses thegame😂😂 hilarious

[@Berek71182]

It gets better when Dani reaches a point where opponents don't blunder that easily like 1300+. World Ches Champion Max Euwe once released a chess book "Meister gegen Amateur" (Master vs Amateur) that was very popular in some Chess club lesson.

[@notEAdemize99]

I have to keep rewatching a lot of his older content because truthfully, even his 1400 elo games he has knowledge and plays in some ways I already cannot fully follow. This tidbits of low elo content where he goes back more to the basics are a lifesaver.

[@TheAlburp]

Can’t help but admire how respectful of a human being Danya is. Even when he’s pointing out bad moves made by his opponents, he makes sure to frame them gracefully.

[@brianrivera4805]

19:25 so funny to hear a GM, in a very put together and professional teaching, to say something like easy clap😂.

[@alexwiththeglasses]

So grateful that GM Danya is bothering to build up from the beginning explaining for beginners like me & hope those more advanced have the patience to hang in there until things get more spicy.🙏

[@TheChessBird]

im sure all the advanced players don't mind unless they're just completely selfish. I'm 2000 rated but I still enjoy watching these videos. I'm happy that there are beginners that are willing to learn chess :)

[@betlogger]

Premiere in 24 hours? Have mercy Danya!

[@zackeryr97]

as a complete beginner to chess, i love how respectful and compassionate you are for the opponent in these lower-ranked games. not only do you take their positions seriously (as any chess player should), but you also make each mistake the opponent makes as a learning opportunity for everybody to get better. it really helps me improve, but it also teaches me that making mistakes is okay and highly informative for everyone involved. you’re doing great work danya!

[@Chocoholic1337]

Hi Daniel! At 17:46 you mention that it sounds very pedantic on what to do when you are up that much material. I just wanted to say that this is something that is greatly valuable to me. I've watched all of your videos on your speedruns, but don't play a lot of chess. Somehow I frequently get into a scenario where I am up a bunch of material, but have no clue how to finish the game. This causes me to panic and make blunders. So, please do keep on giving that excellent advice to the very end!

[@aarongarcia5037]

agreed, very humble of him to not be all “if you don’t know how to do __, go watch a tutorial”. only takes a minute for him to solidify the meaning behind the moves and it’s helps people like us tremendously. one of my new favorite chesstubers

[@cz19856]

incredible that he is waiting 24 h in his room for this moment to record the video live and publish it

[@reidluttrell3034]

Wait a minute, this is live???

[@qwertywarrior]

This comment really should have more likes. Norm would be proud.

[@NichtWunderkind]

@@reidluttrell3034 yes but he tries to not talk to chat, so it feels better for us watching from yt

[@jammerlammer546]

@@qwertywarrior rip norm

[@juangamazo5781]

I stayed away from the Four Knights because everyone told me it was drawish. I wanted to play gambits and have fun. What they didn't tell you was how many times your opponent will blunder because they are trying to attack, and at the lower levels, their attacks lack any type of set-up. This is why I told my son to learn this opening : you get your pieces out , castle the King, wait for your opponent to blunder a piece, trade down to a material advantage, the worst you can do is draw. And don't blunder back. I may try it myself.

[@AiR1DaN]

@e1 what all did he say that wasn't true lmfao

[@unh0lys0da16]

There's a huge difference between the standard four knights and the four knights scotch. In the 4KScotch you play e4 e5 Nf3 Nc6 Nc3 Nf6 d4, this last move d4 immediately opens up the center making the position a lot sharper. In the normal four knights you play something like Bc4 instead of d4 and you get some semi closed e4 e5 position which can be quite drawish especially if black plays symmetrical

[@elementdelta1905]

Got to 997 elo today. Won 29 of the last 36 games! Thanks Danya!!

[@DellConagher1]

Lier

[@StevenFfr]

What's your elo now buddy? (I'm at 900 elo and I want to improve)

[@elementdelta1905]

@@StevenFfr 889

[@StevenFfr]

@@elementdelta1905 oh ok

[@sammydavis5628]

I love how calmly you explain all the details in a lower level game even when it's "easy" to convert. Even for slightly more advanced players there's never any harm in review!

[@hamzahamdain9162]

15:50 is a moment of sportsmanship All respect Danya 🙌

[@sorinsandu451]

it is a huge plus of these lessons the fact that he explains in a way where people must understand the opening, not just to memorize a few moves. looking forward to the next one!

[@Thebol101]

It's so good to get this level of content without screaming and frantic talking. You're awesome. Thank you Danya!

[@jammerlammer546]

I am past the beginner stage of my chess journey, but I do wanna add to your point and say I still watch these lower elo videos for the nuggets of information in them that advanced players can take note of.

[@kylevicory1937]

Daniel, I want to say that this is the best chess content not only on the KZbin, but in general. Better then any chess books, chessable lessons or tactical trainers. To be able to have you explain every single move in depth in real time is priceless. Thank you to the ends of the earth for your content

[@jonnozomboid2649]

Yasser moment at 21:30 not lost on me. Love the respect between mentee and coach. Nice one, Danya :)

[@KnightToD5]

Danya is simply the best teacher. His explanations are clear and thorough. His attitude is respectful and humble. His chess is pristine. 10/10

[@makienxhemmiktar]

This was one of the most informative for me in a while because it's a 'back to basics' that I sometimes ignore. Thanks for these vids!

[@desmundreid3368]

The tactics and breakdowns are greatly appreciated! Thank you for taking your time and going through these analysis to better understand the reasoning behind the moves.

[@Songeef]

Your videos are a gem. How instructive and pleasurable to follow. Perfect vibe, thank you.

[@ddist0rtt]

I gotta echo others here, I'm guessing it is for peak viewer time stat wise or something but not a fan of the premiere delays.

[@DedMar0z]

where can one find the Danya’s recommended opening repertoire complementary to this speedrun?

[@tommarcoen6758]

I had the exact same question!

[@vgdevi5167]

Waiting for an answer!

[@jordy6851]

these have helped me more then any book or anything. Please keep em commin danyaaa

[@aravindsfirst]

I have a job intereview tomorrow so yeah of course I'm gonna watch this

[@smpboss8812]

I just found this playlist top theory speedrun thanks you so much for teaching GM Daniel

[@adamblomquist5581]

This freaking guy is a genius! Wow, what a gem. I learn more from these lower games, thank you for explaining!

[@haydenl5210]

This is one of the best strategy videos I've ever watched. Thanks Daniel!

[@amirberkovitch984]

Very simply explained. It is interesting that the lower the player elo have - the longer the game continues till checkmate. while grand masters will resign - realize the game is lost far far before any checkmate will needed.

[@Monikabsk432]

I can understand everything you explained. Your way of translating chess to human terms is awesome and I learn a lot from your speedrun videos. Thank you!!

[@derpitftw867]

Keep it up danya, ur doing a great job with all the great and informative videos! I love the analysis because I have trouble doing so myself and helps a ton with looking at my own mistakes :DD

[@Drumaier]

The best chess teacher Ever... The absolutely undisputed GOAT!!! Thanks for this amazing content bro. I'm around 1600 but taking this speed run as an opportunity to go from zero and since you know so much and are so well articulated to explain everything, there is always some concept or approach to learn from you. Thank you Sr GOAT 🐐👍😎

[@tennisCharlzz]

Hope you do a 900 ELO version of the Vienna as you said you might do. I think lower rated games help beginners think about what they do in a different way. Most beginners start looking to attack and treat taking a pawn as equivalent to taking a rook even if they give up a bishop to accomplish it. Beginners fail to defend. They use the queen too aggressively. Learning a mentality of how to approach a game and correcting wrong ideas is very helpful.

[@rebeccamasse4065]

It always seems like Daniel's pieces work in perfect harmony. They fall into just the right places. That rarely occurs for me excepting when I'm playing far lower rated players.

[@jonaswicker6188]

Thanks for this content Danya! Everytime I watch one of your videos, chess looks so simple and logical. It really helps me understanding basic principles!

[@yvespratte8668]

Thanks. I would have won this game too. However, and this is why You are the Best Coach/Teacher Worldwide, I wouldn't have seen 1/3 of what you explained.

[@louisekezerle726]

Thank you you much for videos like this! Your patience and respect for everyone who wants to learn chess is refreshing!!

[@Yea___]

I cant believe the bullet chess champion is only rated 900

[@tengu8560]

Skill issue

[@colehutzler8743]

i don’t know why but “top theory speed run” makes me laugh 😂 you are the best dan ya! its so nice to hear your rigorous analysis of lower level games!

[@phothar93]

Where can i find danya’s official opening recommendations?

[@ruthxk7844]

+1

[@Joeschmoe4472]

Thank you, best speedrun yet.

[@blessingsphwitiko9926]

You're a great tutor❤ you make complicated staff seem easier

[@ΑκηςΚιννης]

Danya I just wanted to say that you are the best in the world at what you are doing

[@thomasmoller6543]

Could someone enlighten me on what danya means at 27:25 ? How does re8 win a piece back? Why wouldnt white just play kbd2 or f3 and castle on the next move?

[@rli1618]

For anyone still wondering there’s the follow up f5. Pawn attacking a pin piece to win it is a common idea to look out for.

[@lillcrumb]

classic danya with classic scenarios in classic chess

[@aevillarreal]

Just 17h more to go people! Almost there

[@NickMaovich]

Danya you are absolute legend

[@unipapel]

I have playing chess "seriously" for a couple of months and I am learning a lot with your videos. Not only about how to think about the game, but also about how to enjoy its beauty and history. Thanks a lot! Is your recommended opening for beginners the sicilian or some particular line of it? I've been playing the scoych as white. Thanks! Greetings from Spain

[@mlsanica7618]

you are the best 900 i have ever seen, so much knowledge.

[@infinitejest9658]

“The Soviet school boy approach…” hahaha I heard that and just pretended like it was a normal saying for half a sec. Chess is great

[@KF1]

Good stuff! I like the chill and informative format

[@GnomeBelly]

I’d love to see you explore your recommended openings in depth, because in the speedruns you only get to see one variation per match, with many repeats. I’d watch/trust your opening videos over anyone else because you have an anthology of mid and end game content

[@banzaiburger]

Really good lesson coach Danya. Most grateful

[@chessify518]

Thanks Danya 🎉

[@123amsterdan456]

3:50 what about f4, only then bring the knight back to f3 behind the pawn if attacked

[@Aeistheticism]

Black would play Qe7. The e4 pawn is more vulnerable; there's no reason to give black a chance to win back the blundered pawn and weaken the kingside.

[@qwe-px8qe]

I don't even play chess but I watch your videos

[@somangshuchakraborty1334]

that backwards retreating bishop move in the end was something new for me even though I am 1800 online

[@oneLove07011988]

Ablazing when ur amazing! Love how u wanted to play the Vienna but didn’t 😂 Chess art, much appreciated 🙏

[@XFlyingDutchmanX]

Great explanation, as always.

[@leonardopx]

Thank you for another great video!

[@sh0ejin]

this video had a really relaxing tone! Even more so than usual. Something very yasser seirawan about it.

[@nickmoore5105]

I think it’s partly Danya’s new mic, which picks more of the bass tone in his voice and makes it sound more warm and relaxing. But I agree there is definitely something of Yasser in his delivery today too.

[@zBrain0]

I think it's funny that anybody in the chat would make a comment like unworthy opponent. He's playing sub 1,000 players, what did you expect? And secondly, for about 99.99% of the people in chat would also get slaughtered playing Danya. It would just take more moves and prolong the pain.

[@Vengaard]

The irony that his username is "frankfurt airport" und he has 911 elo.

[@Discordialol]

Is there a list of danyas recommended openings so that i can practice while watching this speedrun?

[@samuelgee6463]

I’m still stunned that this exists for FREE. Amazing.

[@IamYaminoUta]

on 5:36 you dropped the knight back but their is tatic with knight takes pawn after knight takes back you play queen e2 pinning the knight to the king and push d3 because you don't want to create a weakness on king side.

[@EndlessFootball]

This doesn’t work at all. Black doesn’t have to take back with the knight. Instead Qxd4 (the hanging knight) and then if you try Nxf6+, black recaptures with the queen and you just lose piece.

[@Ak-47ram]

11:26 what was that

[@freedomon6202]

Danya what are your official opening recommendations for black? Sicilian For white Vienna and scotch correct?

[@tommarcoen6758]

But the real question is: which sicilian? I would love to see a list from him to!

[@radiohead2186]

Why the tease??

[@zcbmqwer1239]

Loved loved loved this video

[@FlameXD3216]

19:26 bro said not to humiliate the opponent and then said ez clap 😂😂💀💀

[@unoriginal55]

15:50 danya is so wholesome :)

[@jacobyoung8504]

Danya, not sure if you still live in San Mateo, but my official recommendation for delis in the South Bay Area is a place called Lorenzo’s in Belmont. Check it out.

[@ClassicPass_]

Super grateful 🙏 for all the early run content. Really helps learning to punish sus opening moves by opponents!! Forget the Hiki fart sniffers YT complainers.. we love the early run games!

[@unreal_osrs]

wouldn't Nc3->Nd5 after a potential Nxd7 hang the pawn and leave the knight stranded? was the idea to play f3 before Nd5? isn't that a bit slow, pacing wise?

[@nellsummers7921]

Thanks Danya!

[@MasterJack2]

Me as a non player: It's time to play bishop b5 Prophet: "I think a lot of people at the beginner level would be very tempted by the move Bishop b5, that's not a good move" Me: get out of my head!

[@chessify518]

best content on chess

[@joebortiatynski3192]

Thank you

[@ignis6144]

Good job Frankfurt

[@mcgoo721]

The early games are beneficial for everyone I'd say. They really show the value of playing some foundational, principled moves.

[@fellowtraveller2795]

"[..] and this is kind of just the companion speedrun to my official opening recommendations" Is there a video or post somewhere that lists these recommendations?

[@megatruble22]

I never knew airports were this good at chess

[@peterthegreat6385]

He put a good fight considering he dropped pawn and piece in the opening.

[@tommarcoen6758]

Apart from the two-knights scotch and the Vienna gambit, which are Daniel’s official opening recommendations?

[@BBNC420]

@Danya Can you please play Caro-Kahn for black at 1500 elo as your main opening for this speedrun like you did for the accelerated dragon? So many variations its hard to get a good sample of games. Thanks for everything!

[@SamuelSmithJ]

Thanks! I'm gonna bust out a Scandi and whoop your scotch prep. Up to 2000, yeah right. None of ya'll play the Scandi.

[@alexf0101]

thanks

[@klefdnb]

Thanks Danya!!!!!

[@manifestyourlife6]

Danya is an incredible teacher, well spoken, articulate and yet, at the same time able to convey an empathetic/simplified analysis for lower rated players.

[@MrMali-x]

Just remember we don't normally resign at this level, most of us just mess up mates lol

[@ranlit7717]

I truly feel like we should maybe focus on bringing in more variety in terms of openings rather than again sticking to the 4Knights Scotch that we already know is your main recommandation, oh well. Don’t get me wrong, I just feel like if we wanna focus on theory, we have already touched on more theory than most would think about in the 4Knights Scotch…

[@chibzyt5699]

Danya's voice is ASMR for my brain functioning

[@christor2907]

I set a 5:45am alarm to realise the premiere us 24 hours away xD

[@Mon_Ouie]

Yeah, saw the time without paying attention to the release date. Ended up watching the Twitch VOD now that the episode has been teased.

[@NightStalker1995]

When does danya stream on twitch I never see him, would love to see blackmar-diemer tiechman

[@hamzahamdain9162]

22:30 I actually have felt into this trap 😅 But now I'm 1600

[@godfreyofbouillon966]

Wait, seriously? 24 hours?

[@nellsummers7921]

I liked this one

[@thetransferaccount4586]

it's always the top theory x