Chessable Roundup: April 11, 2026

If there were a theme these past two weeks in chess, it’s that you can punch above your weight class.

Just look at GM Javokhir Sindarov – the underdog of the Candidates Tournament who is currently leading it with an unprecedented performance.

Upsets are by no means limited to the pros, however. They happen all the time in chess. The question is: do you have the tools to score your own big upset?

If not, our latest courses can help – from practical tips to beating stronger players to surprise openings that pull them out of their comfort zone. 

Here’s what’s new: 

The Meanest Reti Opening

by FM James Canty III
pres. by WGM Keti Tsatsalashvili

The early g4 pawn push in this opening will surely stun your opponents – and while they’re stunned, you’ll hit them with a knockout blow in the deadly king hunts that follow. 

Check it out here

Chess Candidates 2026

pres. by GM Lars Schandorff

Don’t just watch the FIDE Candidates tournament, learn from the strongest players in the world. Chessable’s Author of the Year breaks it down with round-by-round coverage. Free for PRO members.

Check it out here

How to Beat a Grandmaster

by FM Niranjan Navalgund

This practical guide to chess psychology gives you concrete, actionable tips to beating stronger players – from an instructor who routinely beats GMs rated 200 points higher!

Check it out here

The Resilient 1.e4 e5

by GM Arjun Kalyan

You don’t have to sacrifice solidity for ambition. This opening course guides you safely through the 1.e4 e5 jungle – while your opponents are left to be swallowed up by it. 

Check it out here

The Yaac Attack: Fajarowicz Gambit for Black

by NM Elijah Logozar & Ian Jackson
pres. by IM Yaacov Norowitz

A world blitz champion who routinely goes toe-to-toe with Nakamura shows you a powerful, tricky and vastly underrated weapon against 1.d4. 

Check it out here

But if none of these catch your eye, you’ll still want to check out the shop. That’s because we have more than 600 courses on sale now as part of our Candidates Sale. 

You can get a new course for up to 50% off – so make sure you grab yours while the sale lasts. There’s nothing to risk, because you have a 30-day money back guarantee. 

If you don’t like your new course for any reason, just write us and we’ll refund you every cent. But with so many courses on sale at such low prices, the only blunder you can make is not jumping on the opportunity! 

New on the Chessable YouTube channel:

Which Sicilian Is Right for You? with IM Christof Sielecki

The Sicilian has one of the strongest reputations of any opening. But with so many variations, how do you know which one to take up? In this video, you’ll get an overview of 10 major Sicilians with tips on who should play each one. 

Jobava London vs. London System with FM James Canty III

The London System is one of the simplest openings to learn, and great for beginners and experts alike. But with two main flavors – the traditional London System and Jobava – which should you play? A veteran of both shows you the similarities and differences.