Nimzowitsch Defence Against 1.e4

Opening Databases (380)

3.Nd2 - Strategic Repertoire against the French Defence (3h and 40min Video Running Time) 

We are glad to announce that IM Dejan Marjanovic has released his first course for Modern Chess - 3.Nd2 - Strategic Repertoire against the French Defence. If you are looking for both ambitious, and solid repertoire for White, this course is a perfect match for you. IM Marjanovic proves that the so-called Tarrasch Variation withstands the test of modern engines. Black should be extremely precise in order not to find himself in a huge trouble.


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Beat the Rare Sicilian Lines (2h Video Running Time)  Discounted 

We are happy to announce that GM Michael Roiz has completed his repertoire against the Sicilian Defence with another excellent database - Beat the Sicilian Sidelines. In this course, Roiz deals with Black's sidelines on move 2. Obviously, the main focus is on the moves 2...Nf6, 2...g6, and 2...a6. In the last chapter, Roiz covers everything else.


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Philidor Defence - Top-Level Repertoire for Black (4h Video Running Time)  Discounted 

We are excited to present a brand-new course, "Philidor Defence - Top-Level Repertoire for Black," created by two renowned Grandmasters, GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso. This course offers an in-depth exploration of the Philidor Defence, providing you with a complete and robust repertoire for Black.


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My Solution to the English Opening (2h and 30min Video Running Time) 

We are happy to announce the final part of Arjun's repertoire against the closed openings - My Solution to the English Opening. The suggested repertoire is based on 1...Nf6 followed by 2...e7-e6. For that reason, the course fits very well into the repertoires suggested in the previous courses.


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My Solution to the Reti Opening (2h and 28min Running Time) 

GM Arjun Kalyan continues to build on his repertoire against the Closed Openings. In this course, he provides a strategic and very practical repertoire against the Reti Opening. Besides, he also shows how to deal with the moves 1.b3 and 1.f4.


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Setups with g2-g3 - Universal Solution for Black - Part 2 (3h and 49 min Video Running Time) 

Following the success of the course Setups with g2-g3 - Universal Solution for Black - Part 1, we are excited to introduce the second and final installment of Igor Lysyj's repertoire against setups based on g2-g3. In this course, GM Igor Lysyj presents an exceptionally high-level repertoire specifically tailored to counter the Catalan.


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1.e4 According to Jobava - Beat the Minor Lines (4h and 14min Video Running Time)  Discounted 

We are happy to announce another exciting project by the tandem GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso - 1.e4 According to Jobava - Beat the Minor Lines. This course completes Jobava's 1.e4 repertoire.
In this course, you will find straightforward solutions to openings such as Pirc Defence, Modern Defence, Alekhine Defence, Scandinavian Defence, and other rare options such as 1...Nc6. The suggested lines are usually based on rare and less explored ideas. Hence, the repertoire is very suitable for the needs of the practical players.


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1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6 3.c3 - Top-Level Repertoire for White (2h and 35 Video Running Time)  Discounted 

We are pleased to present a comprehensive new repertoire by GM Michael Roiz - 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6 3.c3 - Top-Level Repertoire for White. Following his successful Rossolimo and Moscow projects, GM Roiz now introduces a practical and strategic weapon against the 2...e6 Sicilian - the move 3.c3!
This repertoire simplifies your study of the Sicilian by reducing the number of variations you need to prepare against, such as the Kan, Taimanov, and Four Knights, while guiding you into rich positional battles where White aims for a small but stable advantage with minimal risk.


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Slav Defence - Top-Level Repertoire for Black - Part 2 (4h and 33min Video Running Time)  Discounted 

Welcome to the second and final part of our comprehensive course on the Slav Defence for Black, expertly crafted by GM Pier Luigi Basso and GM Alexey Dreev. Building on the foundation laid in Part 1, this course delves deeply into the Classical Slav with the 3.Nc3 move order, offering a robust repertoire to counter 1.d4.
GM Alexey Dreev, a lifelong practitioner of the Slav Defence, joins forces with GM Pier Luigi Basso to present this detailed study. The material is meticulously organized into 14 theoretical chapters, each covering crucial variations and strategic concepts. Additionally, a 15th bonus chapter explores an intriguing line from a recent game played by Dreev, providing fresh insights and practical applications.


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Petroff, Caro-Kann, and French - Practical Repertoire for White (4h Video Running Time)  Discounted 

Baadur Jobava and Pier Luigi Basso keep building their 1.e4 repertoire. This time, they focus on three very important openings - Petroff Defence, French Defence, and Caro-Kann Defence. Just like the previous databases, this course will provide you with original, practical, and not well-investigated lines. Armed with all the fresh concepts and interesting novelties, you will definitely pose huge practical problems to your opponent.


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