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Thursday 20th September – London System

The theme is the London System. Play starts after the moves 1. d4 d5 2. Bf4 with black to move. As usual a link to an introductory video from the Ginger GM. And an alternative view from the St Louis Chess Club.

Thursday 13th September – AGM

The AGM will be on the 13th September at the New Ship Inn, South Shields.

Thursday 6th September – Bishop’s Gambit

The previous themed blitz, Bishop’s Gambit, was won by Dave Mooney with 8.5/9 with John Boyd second on 7.5/9 and Ian Maughan third on 6/9. Full details here.

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