Botvinnik’s English Chess

March 1, 2024 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Unlock the secrets of the Botvinnik English! Learn how this unique opening system allows you to dictate the game’s flow, regardless of your opponent’s moves. Dive deep into strategic setups and positional control, dominating the light squares for a tactical advantage. Follow along as we dissect key variations, from countering Black’s Sicilian-like responses to navigating pawn structures and piece development. Master the Botvinnik English and seize control of the board with confidence!

00:00 Intro
01:16 Black’s Options
02:41 Avoiding Nimzo
03:34 Botvinnik Setup
05:04 Defining e4
06:30 Preparing Attack
07:28 Black Plans b5
08:20 Striking with d4
08:43 Against e5
10:25 Pawn Sacrifice

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