1.d4 According to Dreev - Fight the Slav Defense 

January 30, 2025

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1.d4 According to Dreev - Fight the Slav Defense

GM Alexey Dreev and GM Pier Luigi Basso

We are excited to introduce the next chapter in the 1.d4 According to Dreev series—Fight the Slav Defense! In this course, GM Alexey Dreev and GM Pier Luigi Basso present a consistent, practical, and strategically sound repertoire for White after 1.d4 d5 2.c4 c6 3.Nf3 Nf6 4.g3.

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Why the 4.g3 System?

As GM Dreev explains in his introduction, the 4.g3 approach is an ideal weapon against the Slav Defense. Unlike 4.Nc3, which requires extensive memorization, or 4.e3, which has become highly theoretical, 4.g3 allows White to enter flexible, well-structured positions that align seamlessly with our existing repertoire.

A Cohesive Repertoire That Builds on Previous Work

One of the greatest strengths of this course is its ability to ensure maximum consistency with the previous 1.d4 According to Dreev courses. By choosing 4.g3, we maintain the strategic integrity of the entire repertoire, making it easier to learn and apply in practice.

However, this approach also presents a unique challenge. While Units 1-3 of this course cover fresh theoretical material, analyzing Black's main responses 4...Bg4, 4...Bf5, and 4...dxc4 followed by ...g7-g6, the remaining units (4-7) transpose into positions that were already examined in our previous courses:

🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Fight the Grunfeld Defence
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Play the Catalan - Part 1
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Play the Catalan - Part 2

This means that while returning customers may recognize some familiar content, they will also benefit from a highly structured, easy-to-learn repertoire that seamlessly connects across multiple courses. New content in Units 1-3 includes over 3 hours of fresh video material, ensuring that every subscriber—whether new or returning—gains deep, cutting-edge insights into handling the Slav Defense.

What’s Inside?

7 Theoretical Units – Covering all key responses for Black
30 Interactive Test Positions – Reinforce your learning with practical exercises
Memory Booster – Optimize retention of key plans and structures
15-Minute Repertoire Guide – A quick reference for efficient preparation

Expand Your Repertoire with the Full 1.d4 According to Dreev Series!

If you are building a complete 1.d4 repertoire, we highly recommend checking out these complementary courses:

🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Fight the King's Indian
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Fight the Grunfeld Defence
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Setups with ...c7-c5
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Play the Catalan - Part 1
🔹 1.d4 According to Dreev - Play the Catalan - Part 2

These courses work together seamlessly, ensuring you have a complete and consistent approach to handling all of Black’s key setups against 1.d4.

Who is This Course For?

This course is ideal for players who already follow the 1.d4 According to Dreev series, as well as those looking for a highly practical and easy-to-learn repertoire against the Slav Defense. Whether you are new to the series or continuing from previous editions, this course ensures a coherent and structured learning experience that will take your understanding of 1.d4 to the next level.

Final Thoughts

With this course, GM Dreev and GM Basso continue their tradition of offering world-class opening insights in a structured, easy-to-follow format. The 4.g3 approach is a powerful practical weapon against the Slav, allowing you to reach solid, strategically rich positions with minimal memorization.

INTRODUCTION BY GM ALEXEY DREEV

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