Netflix hit ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ spurs some Malaysian parents to teach children chess, sign them up for lessons | Malay Mail

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Netflix hit ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ spurs some Malaysian parents to teach children chess, sign them up for lessons

Ng guiding his daughters on the basic strategies of chess. — Picture courtesy of Ng Hong Haw

“Harmon’s simple curiosity in the first episode is the one that is still etched in mind as it proved to be her greatest strength. Asked as to how he felt about Harmon in a man-dominated world, Ng said that the tenacity shown by her was what he hoped his daughters would learn — to have the courage to take on the world.

Chess academies too have been getting more students although many academies have been going online due to the Covid-19 pandemic. He said that most professional chess players have the online application downloaded in their handphones so that they can compete against players from across the world. where Harmon travelled for her physical competitions, many professional players today choose to play online as they can play with any players who are on their same level.

 

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Glad I watch both Queen’s Gambit and Lupin. . Both are quality series

Next, go buy the book about Arseñe Lupin. The Netflix mini series Lupin was intriguing and full of suspense

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Chess is back!

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