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Defeat the Sicilian with The Closed Sicilian – Part 1 (2.Nc3 d6)

Learn a Great weapon to defeat any sicilian, Part I

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Course Duration: 2h 5m

About the Course

Welcome to “Defeat the Sicilian with The Closed Sicilian – Part 1”, a course designed to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to dominate the Sicilian Defense using the aggressive Closed Sicilian. This step-by-step guide covers everything from fundamental concepts to advanced tactics, ensuring you can confidently challenge your opponents.

What You’ll Learn

  • Step-by-Step Guide: Learn the Closed Sicilian after 1.e4 c5 2.Nc3 d6 3.f4!, with a detailed guide covering important variations, sidelines, and key improvements.
  • Key Ideas: Understand the fundamental concepts behind the Closed Sicilian setup, including typical pawn structures, piece placements, and strategic goals.
  • Exploiting Mistakes: Discover how Black can be crushed within the first 25 moves if they are unfamiliar with the correct defenses, allowing you to exploit their mistakes effectively.
  • Model Games: Study annotated model games to see the Closed Sicilian in action, providing practical examples and insights into successful strategies.
  • Swift Attack Execution: Learn how to carry out a swift and decisive attack, from building it with precise maneuvers to finishing off the game with powerful sacrifices.

Course Content

Introduction

  • Introduction to the Course Series
    01:24
  • Overview
    01:15

The 2.Nc3 d6 Line: Theory & Novelties

The 6…e6 7.d4 Line

Rare & Minor Lines

Black Plays 3…e6

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