Play the Alapin Variation - Part 1 (4h and 13min) 

Play the Alapin Variation - Part 1

GM Baadur Jobava & GM Pier Luigi Basso

Welcome to "Play the Alapin Variation - Part 1," the inaugural course in the series "Practical 1.e4 Repertoire According to Jobava." This series, brought to you by GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso, aims to arm you with practical and tricky solutions to all of Black's major responses to 1.e4. In this first part, we delve into the Sicilian Defense, with a particular focus on the Alapin Variation.

This course will specifically cover the 2...Nf6 lines of the Alapin Variation, presenting a practical choice that requires significantly less study than the Open Sicilian, yet still demands some attention. You will also find covered Black's rare options on move two. The move 2...d5 will be covered in the second and final part of the Anti-Sicilian repertoire.

What sets this project apart are the three innovative learning tools provided:

1. "15 Minutes" Lessons: Before diving into the database, a 15-minute lesson will highlight the key points of the opening. This concise format allows you to start playing the opening after just a brief video session, using a timer to verify the duration.

2. Interactive Quiz: At the end of the course, a video quiz with 10 questions will test your understanding of the material, ensuring you grasp the key concepts.

3. Live Baadur Blitz Challenge: Experience the Alapin Variation in action through blitz games played and commented on by GM Baadur Jobava. These games provide insights into Baadur's approach to the positions and demonstrate our lines in real-time scenarios.

By engaging with these tools, you'll be well-equipped to start playing the lines immediately after watching the introductory videos, while gaining a deeper understanding through practice and review.

INTRODUCTION BY GM Pier Luigi Basso

SAMPLE CHAPTER

VIDEO CHAPTER