Ep. 14 - National Master Sarathi Ray

The Chess Lounge

Marshall Club President, National Master and lawyer Sarathi Ray steps into the lounge to talk about his rise in the chess world. Elaynah and Dylan delve into how he learned how to play chess in college becoming a "professional" 1600 club player and how he got serious when he moved to New York. As an adult learner Sarathi's love of chess pushed him to become competitive with the New York City elite. They talk about learning tactics, endgame, managing the Marshall Club, chess governance, dealing with unruly players, women's events, GM Irina Krush and much more! Check out the Marshall Club website for more info - https://www.marshallchessclub.org/ Hosts - Elaynah & Summer Dylan Elaynah's Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elaynahhh Dylan's Documentary - https://www.kingchessfilm.com/ Talk to Us on X (Twitter) - https://x.com/elaynahTV & https://x.com/coachqchess Produced By - Brilliant Move