A Complete Black Repertoire against 1.Nf3 & 1.c4
This video course offers you a complete, clear repertoire for Black against the moves 1.Nf3 and 1.c4. The recommended variations are easy to learn and not difficult to remember, but also pose White serious challenges.
In the final match of the World Blitz Championship, Ian Nepomniachtchi made a very impressive comeback by winning two consecutive games on demand against Magnus Carlsen. Their fourth game was particularly interesting, as it featured a popular line against the Classical Variation of the French Defence. White opted for 5.Nce2 and 7.a3!?.
This concept was played by Gukesh Dommaraju in Game 13 of the World Championship match against Ding Liren and Carlsen has played it a couple of times since. In this episode, we present an in-depth look at the ideas for both sides in this fascinating variation - which is expected to be seen more often in the near future!
Exercise: Can you find the best continuation for Black?
Feel free to move the pieces on the live diagram!
Strategy Training: How to Make a Plan
In every game of chess, there comes a moment when one is confronted with the question: what should I do now?
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