Grandmaster Blunders: Pressure, Hallucinations, and Psychology
2025-02-01
This article delves into the reasons behind grandmaster blunders in chess, analyzing three key factors: pressure, hallucinations, and psychology. Through personal anecdotes and game examples, the author explains how time pressure, complex positions, and mental state lead to seemingly unbelievable mistakes by top-level players. Tips for avoiding these blunders are shared, such as careful move verification and maintaining composure under pressure. The article highlights that both overconfidence and excessive caution can be detrimental.