1.d4 According to Dreev - Setups with ...c7-c5
GM Alexey Dreev and GM Pier Luigi Basso
We are excited to announce the release of Part 3 in the 1.d4 According to Dreev series: 1.d4 According to Dreev - Setups with ...c7-c5!
This course, co-authored by GM Alexey Dreev and GM Pier Luigi Basso, provides a complete repertoire for White against Black’s dynamic setups with ...c7-c5, offering practical solutions to handle these challenging lines.
If you haven’t yet explored the earlier parts of the series, you can find them here:
👉 Part 1 - Fighting the King's Indian Defense
👉 Part 2 - Fighting the Grünfeld Defense
What’s Inside Part 3?
In this part, the authors divide the course into two essential sections:
1️⃣ Fianchetto Variation Against ...c7-c5
Expanding on the repertoire in Parts 1 and 2, this section completes the Fianchetto System with 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 3.g3, focusing on positions where Black employs ...c7-c5. These lines are not only critical for mastering the Fianchetto but also highly relevant in systems arising from 1.c4, making them an indispensable part of your repertoire.
2️⃣ 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 and Related Systems
The second section addresses setups arising after 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5, including:
- The sharp and dynamic Modern Benoni,
- The practical and popular Benko Gambit,
- Rare but dangerous systems such as the Blumenfeld Gambit, Delayed Benoni, Czech Benoni, and Snake Benoni.
These lines often lead to sharp positions where proper preparation can make all the difference. Understanding these variations ensures you won’t be caught off guard when facing these aggressive setups.
Course Highlights:
- 15 theoretical chapters, offering comprehensive coverage of Black’s ...c7-c5 setups
- 30 interactive test positions, designed to test and deepen your understanding
- A Memory Booster, helping you retain key concepts
- A Video Version with nearly 6 hours (5h 47m) of detailed instruction
- Basso’s 15-minute repertoire video, summarizing essential ideas for quick reference