Some chess players resort to illegal practices of putting pressure on the opponent. They can start making nasty noises, shake the table, stare at you aggressively non-stop, walk behind you and almost lean on you, etc. If you believe the opponent is misbehaving, you should consult the arbiter as opposed to making counter-moves or talking to your opponent which is forbidden. Also, no matter how kind and intelligent you are, don’t act as a martyr who can deal with anything: displeasure will grow and negatively affect your game. Playing against a motivated and energetic players is a real challenge. You should ensure your nerves are under control at all costs. Sometimes being too hot-blooded makes a person go berserk and self-destruct. Therefore, you should offer your opponent a chance to go wrong and try to use his energy against himself, martial arts-style. Stay alert and watch for counter-chances. Trust in your position and ability to handle it well. Some players even like to play cat and mouse with their opponents and let them dominate for a while. A bright example that jumps to mind is the legendary Viktor “I will accept your sacrifice and beat you” Korchnoi. If you know in advance that you will be facing an active and energetic player, you might want to reconsider your opening choice and choose something uncomfortable for him. To be an improving player, one way is to practice solving a lot of practical puzzles before playing real games of different time controls. In each of the following worth-solving puzzles, Black is to move.
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