Yury Markushin
Yury Markushin is a co-founder of TheChessWorld, as well as an enthusiastic chess amateur rated just below 2000 USCF.
Yury’s passion for chess is evident in his many contributions to the chess community. In addition to co-founding TheChessWorld and ChessLance, Yury has also written numerous articles on various chess topics. His insights into the game and ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner have helped millions of players around the globe.
Outside of chess, Yury is a dedicated husband and father and enjoys spending time with his family. He also has a strong interest in technology and is constantly exploring new ways to use it to improve the chess-playing experience for players around the world.
Chess Articles by Yury Markushin
21 Free Chess Video Courses [Watch & Download]
Just wanted to drop a quick note. We’ve just expanded our selection of free mini-courses and added 10 new ones last night. If you’re looking to brush up on Calculation, Endgames, Middlegame, or Opening play, this is the perfect spot to start.Anti Sicilians for White – Free Course
Love to play 1.e4, but hate to deal with all the theory behind Sicilian Defense? FM Milan Popovic has your back! After playing these lines for over a decade, he’s put together a practical, low-theory repertoire just for you, focusing on the Chekhover Variation and a few lesser-known lines.1…d6 System – Free Course
Looking for a solid, yet flexible opening choice against 1.e4? IM Valentin Baidetskyi recommends… the Philidor Defense. But there is a twist. It’s not that old & boring Philidor. It is completely rebuilt from the ground up opening preparation based on 1…d6 System.The Colle System – Free Course
What if there was a universal setup for White… …that you could play against any Black’s moves? How? You set the pawn triangle with c3-d4-e3.3 Reasons to Play the Center Game – Free Course
I have a very special opening for 1.e4 players today. This could be your real chance to take your openings to the next level. After 1.e4 e5 most players would expect something like Ruy Lopez, Bishop’s Opening, or perhaps the King’s Gambit… But, you play the 2…d4! See the diagram below:Nimzo Semi-Tarrasch Defense for Black with IM Marcin Sieciechowicz [TCW Academy]
Nimzo Semi-Tarrasch Defense for Black combines the power of the Queen’s Gambit Declined and the attacking potential of Tarrash and Grunfeld.Win with Ponziani Opening by GM Marian Petrov [TCW Academy]
Learn GM Marian Petrov’s Ponziani Opening fundamentals in just 3 hours. Most chess players don’t even know this opening exists. It is extremely rare, yet powerful.Beat King’s Indian Defense with Bayonet Attack by IM Marcin Sieciechowicz [TCW Academy]
The great news is, IM Sieciechowicz is here with a quick-and-easy repertoire on the Bayonet Attack! And you are one click away from learning it!Colle-Zukertort System for White with IM Marcin Sieciechowicz [TCW Academy]
Want an easy-to-play opening for White that works every time? Check out the Colle-Zukertort System.7 Most Important Middlegame Principles
Most chess players have a general idea of how to play the opening. However, they have problems understanding the middle-game strategies because it is not very straightforward and does not have a simple “opening idea” of developing pieces, putting the king to safety, etc. After reading this article you will learn seven most important principles […]
