In this video, I show you the technique of defending with king and knight against king and rook. This video is part of my new series “Chess Endgame Basics” in which I show you elementary endgame positions and how to handle them correctly. The endgame is an important part of the chess game and the right knowledge can often make the difference between losing and drawing or drawing and winning. Enjoy watching!
How to Defend Bishop vs. Rook:
Here’s the Chess Endgame Basics playlist:
If you are on the defending side, always make sure to keep your knight close to your king. If you are on the attacking side, try to isolate the knight from the king, and trap it together with the rook and the king.
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Niclas Huschenbeth (born February 29, 1992 in Hann. Muenden) is a German Chess Grandmaster. Huschenbeth learned how to play chess at the age of five and participated in youth chess tournaments. He was awarded the title of International Master in 2008 and the Grandmaster title in 2012. At age 18, he achieved his most notable success, becoming the youngest German Champion in history. He has played 52 times for the German national team and participated in two chess olympiads. Currently, Huschenbeth studies psychology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and plays for the university’s chess team.
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