New Releases: January
Andrew Martin: The Surprising Black Knights’ Tango
Dive into the world of surprise chess openings with Andrew Martin’s new video course, “The Surprising Black Knights’ Tango.” A favorite video instructor, Martin explores the intriguing Black Knights’ Tango, a double knight development for Black against 1.d4. Increasingly popular, especially at the club level, this opening is analyzed through illustrative model games, focusing on understanding plans and ideas rather than memorizing lengthy computer variations.
Enhance your learning with interactive exercises, a hallmark of Andrew Martin’s courses. Solidify your theoretical understanding with the included opening trainer, allowing you to practice the variations presented and refine your skills.
Free video lecture: 3…Ne5 4.e3 e6 5.Nc3 Bb4 6.Bd2 0-0
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ChessBase Magazine Extra 223
Elevate your chess training with ChessBase Magazine Extra, an essential resource for ambitious players. This edition features video analysis and annotated games from leading chess professionals, perfectly complementing the ChessBase Magazine.
In this issue, enjoy opening videos by Leon Mendonca and Nico Zwirs, totaling 55 minutes of instruction. Additionally, benefit from 50 in-depth analyses from chess giants like Ganguly, Giri, Praggnanandhaa, and many more.
Exciting News: CBM Extra is now available as a ChessBase Book, accessible directly from books.chessbase.com for iPad, tablets, Macs, and more, starting with issue #223!
Available as individual issues or through a 6-issue annual subscription. Choose between direct download or a download key delivered by post.
Now also in ChessBase Books format for iPad, tablet, Mac etc.!
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Tim Wall: Countering the Ruy Lopez with the Fighting Modern Steinitz
Welcome FIDE Master Tim Wall, a new voice in ChessBase training! This British coach and author from Newcastle champions the Modern Steinitz Defence. What makes this video course unique is the flexibility it offers: choose between an aggressive, attacking repertoire or a more solid, quieter approach against the Ruy Lopez.
Model games from top players like Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana demonstrate the viability of this line even at the highest levels. Follow in their footsteps and confidently demonstrate over the board that the Ruy Lopez holds no fear for you.
As expected, this course is packed with training resources beyond video instruction. Whether you aim to practice the repertoire, explore middlegame positions, or engage in interactive exercises, the choice is yours to enhance your learning experience.
Free video lecture: 5.d4
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