New in Chess Training this January

Andrew Martin: The Surprising Black Knights’ Tango

In his new video course, chess expert Andrew Martin explores an intriguing opening: the Black Knights’ Tango. This opening, characterized by Black developing both knights early against 1.d4, is gaining popularity, especially at the club level, as a surprising and effective weapon.

Martin’s teaching approach focuses on illustrating the strategic ideas and plans within the opening through model games, rather than memorizing extensive computer variations. The course includes interactive exercises to reinforce learning and an opening trainer to practice the presented variations.

Free video lecture: 3…Ne5 4.e3 e6 5.Nc3 Bb4 6.Bd2 0-0

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ChessBase Magazin Extra 223

ChessBase Magazine Extra is an essential resource for ambitious chess players, offering video content and annotated games from leading chess figures. It serves as an excellent complement to the main ChessBase Magazine.

This issue features opening videos by Leon Mendonca and Nico Zwirs, totaling 55 minutes of instruction. Additionally, it includes 50 in-depth analyses from renowned players such as Ganguly, Giri, Praggnanandhaa, and many others.

A new feature: CBM Extra is now available as a ChessBase Book, accessible on iPad, tablets, Macs, and more directly from books.chessbase.com starting with issue #223!

Available as a single issue or through a subscription (6 issues annually), and accessible via direct download or download key by mail.

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

Introducing Tim Wall, a new author on ChessBase! This British FIDE Master and trainer from Newcastle advocates for the Modern Steinitz Defence in his video course. Notably, the course allows you to choose between an attacking or a quieter approach to this opening.

Model games from top players like Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana demonstrate the viability of this line at the highest levels. Follow in their footsteps and confidently face the Ruy Lopez.

Beyond the videos, the course provides ample training opportunities. You can practice the repertoire, explore middlegame positions, or engage with interactive exercises.

Free video lecture: 5.d4

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