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20:34 "of course, they look at the quality and they're like 'okay, he's fine'" These casual self-deprecating jokes being thrown outta nowhere make me feel Levy has enough comedian power to prepare a whole one hour stand-up show on chess.

Magnus Carlsen isn't mentioned in the first minute! Now that's character progression right there.

16:55 💯💯 Levy's whole attitude feels like it's different this time around on road to GM and I'm all here for it

"They probably called Kramnik" - I died 🤣🤣🤣

8:04 "PP on the PP" 😨 8:06 "Put pressure on the pinned piece" 😅

9:34 This is what exposure to Hikaru does to someone

16:55 "for now" - I really, really like that attitude! Not assuming they will be always better but actually giving yourself the chance and believe in yourself to get to their level of accuracy at some point of time seems like a really good (mental) development if you want to be GM at some point.

I know my comment will get buried, but I have a compliment for you, Gotham and I hope it finds you. I’ve watched you for 5 years now. You’re the reason I got into chess. I’m not great but I’ve climbed 800 ELO since watching your videos and buying your book. In these 5 years, I watched your fall… I saw the anxiety destroy you, I saw the games you were winning but lost from fear. I saw you quit. I saw the worst of you. But now?!? Seeing you rise and take control and change your thought process as you have? I’m so proud of you man. Like, it’s been such an incredible journey watching your growth these past 6 months. I have found myself not just rooting for you but blatantly excited for your success!! I couldn’t for the Spain recaps, I checked all throughout the day for the next uploads ! And now seeing how you dominate all the places you were weakest and seeing the changes in your games like this title Tuesday tournament. You’re an inspiration. Not just in chess, but in a greater way to show that your mind doesn’t have to be a cage. You can break out and find your victories. Congratulations on your recent successes and I look forward to when I can celebrate with you when you get that GM title!

@2:16 had me cracking up 😂. Despite being German he loved the French.

This is honestly the best chess channel on the internet. Thank you.

Levy: "I'll put at the end the clip of me discovering who I was playing" The clip:

"He doesn't respect me as a human being, let alone as a chess player" Damn 😂

Very happy to see you pull off these results. Shows that you definitely have it in you to reach GM. Those were incredibly hard opponents and you held your ground. Proud of you Levy!

10:54 I saw Qf3 in 3 seconds and I tought « it was not that hard to find it » and then I realize you were having half of this time

That's a great mindset! Instead of being afraid of higher rated players, just play them! One day you'll beat them!

I friggin’ love Grishuk, not only as a player but as a man. The guy is one of the funniest and humblest guys in the top tier of chess players. And he is the hell of a player

Ending talk to us was really wholesome. You look so passionate and your love for the game is so clear. Levy got that fire in his belly again!

8:08 "can't take it cause I lose my king" Fr

24:19 "This feels like fighting a parent when your a 5 year old" Actually perfectly represented that position lol

You're a legend Levy! The glow on your face in those last few minutes is just inspiring. Almost left me teary. I'm a 30y.o. dad of 2 in the middle of my hustle to support my family. Chess for me now is just a pastime pleasure - an old love from my school days. I've been following your road to GM series and your mental transformation is so inspiring. I feel it, cos that's the mental hustle we're all in at whatever level. Thanks so much bro. I hope you actually get to read this! You're a legend.

30:13 "I have a very clear MINDSHIT"

I actually enjoyed the joy in your voice and eyes in this video. You seem happier with what you do, and I'm all for it. I hope you regain the confidence in your abilities and I hope to see you get your norms and become a GM soon!

Very happy to see you pull off these results. Shows that you definitely have it in you to reach GM. Those were incredibly hard opponents and you held your ground. Proud of you Levy! ❤

Congratulations dude!! Amazing wins!!

Your videos are great and so inspiring. Please keep making more!

I love your enthusiasm! Clearly, these last few months have been great for your confidence. It's a lot of fun to follow your journey. Onward! :)

Watching you push yourself and grow is inspiring. So proud of you brother. Keep it up!

30:13 "I had a very clear mindshi-" !! Seriously though kudos on your performance in this event.

GMs: gets matched against Levy "Oh hell no I better not lose or I will end up in a "GM! GM! GM!" video 💀"

awesome job levy. So happy to see your growth coming on strong.

I'm loving following this series! Doing so well Levy!

Love the ending message, this is a fantastic step on the road to gm

levy never fails to milk himself

Awesome!! Still so impressed by this training tactic of blind-fighting on TT! Absolutely genius, and I love the confidence! I love hearing you put your old nerves firmly in past tense.

Amazing! Your joy from improving and hitting new highs is contagious.

You're so inspiring! Love your journey!

Your videos are great and so inspiring. Please keep making more!❤

We’re proud of you Levy!! It’s lovely to see you having fun and being confident in yourself ❤️❤️❤️

Congrats Levy! Feel good about it and keep fighting!

Levy, when you make it to Grand Master, you need to make a correctly sized sticker that says "Grand" to paste over the "International" on the back of your book, and send it to people who register for your mailing list and who bought the book :)

Stayed til the end and appreciate Levy talking about what really matters to him and explaining that, while fun, online speed chess isn't the kind of chess that counts. Chess is a game meant to be played face-to-face with deep calculation and thought. That's part of the game's beauty and history. I really resonated with that last thought

That first game gave me the feel goods, it's really exciting to see someone grow and overcome their mental hangups. Thanks for making my day

So proud of you honestly Levy, really rooting for you

Levi i am new to the channel but i love your content you have helped me a lot to be better at chess thank youuuu

rare footage of levy not milking magnus

Congrats! looks like you're *really* motivated these days and doing the right things to get better. Glad to see everything is starting to pay off. I can tell your confidence is growing. P.S. Come up to Albany NY!

Sick dude. Glad you're giving yourself a shot at greatness; seems like you've got what it takes!

Levy is gonna be gm

This video was inspiring, surprising and admirable. Keep up the great work Levy!

Levy you're doing great, your attitude on playing GMs has improved and you're on your way to GM. Good luck!

LEVY YOU BETTER SACRIFICE THE ROOKKKKKK

damn hes already 2700+, thought he was 2400 a moment ago

Gotham we are so proud of you!!! Keep pushing, your fans will be here for you every step of the way.

This video was definitely one of the most entertaining recaps I've seen in your channel. The games were trepidant and beyond interesting, I love blitz games because the game is not as psychological as it is emotional; players dealing with their immediate chemical responses to danger and fear, while fighting to turn them into intelligent resolutions. Also, since you started commenting on your own games, Levy, I confess I've lost interest in the videos where you cover other players' games. It's just so interesting to see you breaking down your own thoughts, feelings and mental processes with such characteristical wit and charisma. Love this road to GM series

The original title is Levy vs. World Champion !!!!!

20:28 why'd you have to violate my man kramnik

Well done Levy, you have what it takes! Thanks for posting.

I stooped watching you right before your GM journey , and i have to say after watching this video your mindset and attidude really shifted , i am proud of you , go champ

FIDE should nerf the Queen. Every pro player agrees that it is by far the most powerful piece...

I feel like Levy makes our day every time he uploads😊

Well played Gotham... I watched it all and your response on the other channel. It's a great feeling to see you succeed. Go them!

What I really like seeing aside from you winning games is that you’re very obviously ENJOYING playing and competing, regardless of format. I’ve watched you for 3 years now and this is the most I’ve ever seen you excited to play. Keep it up man

14:50 Levy: He's almost mating me 15:20 Levy: Pretty good for me XD

Who else thought he played Magnus Carlsen?

Thanks for including us in your journey. Great chess!

Amazing video! You’re doing great! The way you talk about yourself and the games and your fighting spirit! So cool!

For every like I’ll do 69 pushups

I swear if to god if anyone says *I SWEAR TO GOD IF ANYONE SAYS I LIKED MY OWN COMMENT *

Dude this is one of your best video. Congrats on the good attitude and results

You got this buddy!! Keep fighting!

I SEWAR TO GOD IF ANYONE SAYS I LIKED MY OWN COMMENT

Your Road to GM series is very inspiring in multiple way. I just started playing chess, trying to improve a little bit every day, but I’ve been on a losing streak this past week. Then yesterday, I made my first “brilliant” move ever! Gave me a little boost to keep going.

This video proves that levy's talent for the game of chess is really there. The training and motivation is fantastically shown in these games. Keep going levy, you know the game of chess as a gm. Now just keeping this motivation will get you to GM, the title you deserve and will get.

Gotham is such an inspiration. Love to see him play so well

Very nice commentary, the excitement of the moment comes across

This whole video was so hype! Best chess content out there!

I really like those blitz recaps with the deep dives into your psychology

It's really great to see you play so well against such high quality opponents. Your hard work and renewed focus is paying off.

Right on. Thank You for the video, I appreciate it.

Awesome set of games. I really enjoyed seeing you go over them. =]

Awesome! I love the eager of not giving up!!!

This really has been an inspirational series gotham excellent work

I'm still gunna take credit for the whole blocking your opponent idea. I'm digging the new confidence, keep it up bro. Best quote "these guys play way more accurately than me....for now"

I love this video your dfinding your footing an confedence keep climbing levy you got this

The final GM norm party is going to be insane. Best to you, Levy. Rooting here from Rio.

Wow!! A Masterclass on how to draw Grischuk!!! Learned a ton - thank you!!! 🎉😀🎸👍👏☝️

Dude. Hearing you give yourself real credit for skill and expertise is the fuckin’ fire I’ve been waiting for. Good shit, bro.

Good games Gotham! Solid stuff.

Am so happy you are making progress bro

Big respect to you and your coach!

Congrats Levy 🎉 you're a source of inspiration

@GothamChess Levy you not only drew a legend you drew against the most funniest player in history! Grischuks comments in interviews are always the most hilarious and has so many funny moments that there are so many videos on his funny moments! One of my favorite chess players for sure! Awesome result!

Well done Levy. I think this is pure therapy for you to beat such high level players. You start believing in your self more.

glad to see the progress you do 👍👍👍✌

It's actually insane how your shining a mirror on the psychological side of chess, what a difference, well played

I watched your video for years but with this series you made me realize that the only thing that is holding me back in life is my lack of confidence and since I realized it my life improved a lot. Thank you Levy.

Absolutely amazing result. Bravo.

seeing you hyped about your own play is a really awesome thing to see after all this time :)

Way to fight Levy! Good to see you overcome your fears, scrap like a junkyard dog, and keep improving! It's fun to watch. I love your vids dude.