We are proud to present the final chapter of our comprehensive French Defense repertoire – a complete, practical solution for Black against everything except 3.Nc3, which was extensively covered in Part 1 – French Winawer – Play the Armenian Variation. This second and final course completes the system and transforms your French Defense into a powerful, reliable weapon.
Precision Without Overwhelming Theory
If you're wondering how such a vast repertoire fits into a single course—the answer lies in strategic practicality and positional precision. GM Alexey Dreev, a renowned French Defense specialist, and GM Pier Luigi Basso have crafted highly effective yet accessible lines that:
- Bypass unnecessarily deep theoretical battles
- Provide fresh, dynamic positions with clear strategic goals
- Offer immediate practical value for players at all levels
🔍 Course Highlights
✅ New Feature – “TO GO VERSION” of every chapter!
Each chapter comes with a distilled version of the lines you absolutely must know to play the variation confidently. Whether you're a club player or need to prep for a game on short notice, the TO GO VERSION will save you time and help you navigate the material with ease.
✅ 10 Main Theoretical Chapters + 2 Extra Chapters
✅ 30 Interactive Test Positions
✅ Memory Booster
✅ Video Version – 3h 32min of Grandmaster Guidance
✅ Basso's 15-Minute Repertoire Video
🎓 What You Will Master
Tarrasch Variation (3.Nd2)
Dreev recommends the classical counterattack with 3...c5, focusing on practical positions rather than endless variations. In Chapters 1–3, you'll discover:
- Complete coverage of the main line 4.exd5
- Strategic solutions against the tricky 4.Ngf3
- Fresh tactical ideas including the powerful ...Qd7 concept in critical positions
Advance Variation (3.e5)
When White grabs space with the advance, Black fights back with 3...c5 and Dreev's trademark early ...f6 break. Chapters 4–8 provide:
- A battle-tested approach to reach fighting middlegames
- Clear strategic plans that minimize memorization
- Concrete paths to equality and counterplay
Exchange French (3.exd5 exd5)
Recently featured in the 2024 World Championship game Gukesh–Ding, Dreev recommends the dynamic 5...c5, giving you immediate activity and clear development plans.
Second Move Sidelines
The Extra Chapters deliver straightforward solutions against less common approaches like 2.d3, 2.Qe2, and 2.Nf3. Dreev's concept is elegantly simple:
- Avoid theoretical labyrinths
- Maintain solid development
- Create opportunities to outplay your opponent through superior understanding
Ready for Immediate Deployment
This course isn't merely theoretical reference material—it's a practical competitive weapon. With the innovative TO GO VERSIONS, crystal-clear structure, and elite-level strategic insights, this repertoire is designed for immediate tournament success.
Whether you're completing your French Defense system or seeking a fresh approach against 1.e4, this is the final piece of your chess arsenal.
Complete your French Defense repertoire with guidance from one of the world's most respected opening theoreticians!