Why was chess so popular?

Because you no longer could/needed to find a partner to play with face-to-face, the internet was a key player in opening the door for chess to explode in popularity. Online games, online tournaments, and online classes, connected millions of people to chess that would never have otherwise.

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2023-02-11 11:51:53

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Why is chess so popular in israel?
Israel's reputation in chess instruction is mainly due to two factors, according to Gelfand. First, mass immigration from the Soviet Union in the 1990s brought chess culture and high-level chess expertise to Israel.
2024-01-13 15:42:03

Why is chess so popular right now 2023?
The Pandemic
Chess was seen by many people as an intellectually challenging way to improve themselves while strengthening their minds. Also during the pandemic, traditional sports were canceled, and watching or participating in chess tournaments became a way to fulfill a competitive desire that many people still had.
2023-07-21 01:19:11

What is the most popular second move in chess?
The most popular second move for White is 2.Nf3 attacking Black's king pawn, preparing for a kingside castle, and anticipating the advance of the queen pawn to d4. Black's most common reply is 2...Nc6, which usually leads to the Ruy Lopez (3.Bb5), Scotch Game (3.d4), or Italian Game (3.Bc4).
2023-04-10 13:44:17

Why is chess so popular in 2023?
Just like repetitive adds, repetitive youtube recommendations of chess will lead many people to eventually click on chess related youtube videos.
2023-01-17 08:57:46

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