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When you defend, try not to worry or become upset. Keep your cool and trust your position - it's all you've got.

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• When you defend, try not to worry or become upset. Keep your cool and trust your position - it's all you've got.

  

  Pal Benko
  • Trying
  • Cool
  • Trust