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What aspect of chess did Capablanca prefer not to focus on in his teachings?

  • Basic principles

  • Critical moments

  • Detailed analysis

  • Psychological aspects

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Detailed analysis was an aspect of chess that Capablanca preferred not to focus on in his teachings. He believed that players should focus on the general principles of the game and develop their intuitive understanding rather than getting bogged down in complex analysis. Capablanca felt that relying too heavily on detailed analysis could hinder a player's development and prevent them from seeing the game as a whole.
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