Zahájení, Strana 2

Building on the lessons from the previous volumes, Volume 3 shifts the focus to one of the most essential skills in chess: identifying and attacking your opponent’s weaknesses....

If Santasiere’s Folly (1.Nf3 followed by b4) has earned its place in chess folklore, then Nakamura’s Folly (1.Nf3 followed by e3 and possibly b3) surely deserves the same...

In recent years, The London System has exploded in popularity, and it's easy to see why: • A rock-solid central structure • Safe king and stable positions • Straightforward...

The Ragozin Defence (1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 d5 4.Nc3 Bb4) has become a cornerstone of modern chess theory. With 3.Nf3 gaining popularity as a way to avoid Nimzo-Indian setups...

This video course provides a comprehensive and practical White repertoire in the Ruy Lopez! Through instructive model games and in-depth theoretical explanations, you will learn...

Facing the Sicilian doesn’t have to be complicated. The Alapin Variation (1.e4 c5 2.c3) offers a simple yet highly effective solution to all major Sicilian lines, by...

The perfect sacrifice is every chess player‘s dream. You give your opponent material, but in return you receive overwhelming piece activity, which together with creative ideas,...

The Black Sniper is back – sharper and deadlier than ever! This dynamic system (1...g6, 2...Bg7, 3...c5 against 1.e4, 1.d4 and 1.c4) creates unpredictable, high-pressure...

The Dutch IM Nico Zwirs is an expert on the Black side of the Carlsbad structure, so he thought “Why shouldn’t I try this with White against the Caro-Kann?”. And off he went!...

The Centre Attack in the Ruy Lopez (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.d4) is a sharp and underrated variation that catches many opponents off guard. By striking in the...

The Classical Sicilian has stood the test of time as one of the most principled and fighting defences against 1.e4. With its rich history spanning world championship matches and...

The Löwenthal Variation (1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 e5 5.Nb5 a6!?) has long had a dubious reputation – but is it really so unsound? After delving deep into theory to...

One of the simplest openings for White to learn, and one of the most frustrating ones for Black to face! With the moves d4-Nf3-e3-Bd3 White aims for simple piece development and...

Grandmaster Daniel Fernandez presents a compact yet powerful 60-minute course on one of the most classical openings in chess - the Ruy Lopez, after 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6...

The Black Knights’ Tango, also known as the Mexican Defence, is a bold and unconventional opening that puts White on edge from the very first moves. After 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 Nc6!?,...

Nowadays, the list of requirements for an opening repertoire is long: being sound and sustainable; not requiring much memorisation; offering great attacking chances; making your...

Struggling against the French Defence? The Two Knights Variation might just change everything! By developing the knights to c3 and f3, White follows a simple yet effective plan:...

The Scotch Gambit is a favourite at club level, offering a rich blend of attacking and positional ideas. Whether you prefer sharp tactical battles, or a more controlled...