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In chess, I learned the basic moves and rudiments of the game from my father. I remember how he would belt a good laugh when my King would be trapped and I would have to surrender to a checkmate just after he executed a couple of deft opening moves.
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In chess, I learned the basic moves and rudiments of the game from my father. I remember how he would belt a good laugh when my King would be trapped and I would have to surrender to a checkmate just after he executed a couple of deft opening moves.
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By Rey Gamboa | July 10, 2006 - 12:00am
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