Jobava London According to Jobava - Part 1
GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso
Unveiling the Secrets: Jobava London According to Jobava
We are thrilled to present a groundbreaking course on the Jobava London System, co-authored by none other than GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso. This two-part series offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from the namesake of the system, as GM Jobava discloses the deep secrets and shares his understanding of this opening.
Why This Course is Special
The Jobava London has been a vital part of Baadur Jobava's chess career, allowing him to get creative positions where talent and understanding are more important than the pure theoretical knowledge. While many have published courses on the Jobava London, this is the first time GM Jobava himself is providing insight into how he sees the opening. As Baadur puts it:
"For a long time, I was jealous about sharing my knowledge with the public. To me, the Jobava London was like a lady I had fallen in love with, and I wanted to keep her all to myself. However, after working on various projects with Modern Chess and my friend GM Pier Luigi Basso, I felt that now is the right time for me to share all my knowledge about this opening with you."
This course is your chance to learn the true spirit of the Jobava London, directly from the innovator of the system!
Unique Structure of the Course
The course is thoughtfully divided into four big units, designed to take you from a basic to an advanced understanding of the Jobava London:
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General Overview
Each unit begins with an easy-to-understand overview, providing players of all levels a foundation for playing the opening. Whether you're new to the Jobava London or an experienced player, you'll find valuable insights here. -
Model Games by Baadur Jobava
Jobava’s own games are included to demonstrate how he applies the opening in practical situations. By studying these games, you’ll see how the ideas unfold and gain a deeper understanding of the typical plans and structures. -
Theoretical Chapters
Each unit contains two theoretical sections:-
Jobava's Spirit: This chapter focuses on rare and creative ideas that Baadur has developed, which capture the essence of his unique approach to the opening. These are lines that may not be favored by engines but carry deep strategic ideas.
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Modern Alternatives: The second theoretical chapter presents modern alternatives that have gained popularity due to their strong engine evaluations. This combination of creative and modern ideas ensures a comprehensive understanding of the opening.
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Training Games with GM Luca Moroni
Each unit includes two rapid training games played between Jobava and GM Luca Moroni, who was hired as Jobava’s sparring partner. These games are a highlight of the course, as Jobava live-streams his thought process while playing the games, offering invaluable insights into his strategic thinking.
Unit 4: A Deep Dive into Theory
The final unit of the course is entirely focused on theory, providing in-depth coverage of 3 sidelines in the Jobava London.
Learn Directly from the Innovator
The true beauty of this course lies in the personal touch added by Baadur Jobava. His introduction reflects his passion and lifelong dedication to this opening. Here’s a snippet from his introduction:
"I was the first 2700+ rated player to use this opening consistently, and for this reason, it was named after me: the Jobava London. Over the years, many authors have published courses on this opening. I've followed these works with great interest, but I often felt that they weren’t fully capturing the true spirit of the opening, relying instead on engine evaluations."
Now, for the first time, you’ll get the chance to learn the Jobava London in a way that truly embodies its spirit.