What is the Petrov Defence?

The Petrov Defence is a chess opening with a rich history and distinct strategic ideas. ChessTerra has 316 instructional videos covering every aspect of the Petrov Defence, from move-order basics to grandmaster-level theory.

How do I learn the Petrov Defence?

The best way to learn the Petrov Defence is to study instructional videos from strong players and grandmasters. ChessTerra provides 316 free videos on the Petrov Defence, organised by skill level from beginner to GM level.

Is the Petrov Defence good for beginners?

Many players learn the Petrov Defence at the beginner level because its core ideas are accessible and widely applicable. ChessTerra has beginner, intermediate, and advanced video collections to suit any level.

What are the main variations of the Petrov Defence?

The Petrov Defence has several important variations and sub-lines. ChessTerra's video library covers all major lines, with dedicated opening guide articles for in-depth study.

Which grandmasters play the Petrov Defence?

Many world-class grandmasters have championed the Petrov Defence throughout history and at the modern elite level. ChessTerra's 316 videos include games and analysis from GothamChess, Hikaru Nakamura, Agadmator, Daniel Naroditsky, and more.

Petrov Defence Chess Videos

Fischer Random Virtuoso || Wesley So vs Yu Yangyi || FIDE Jerusalem Grand Prix (2019)

December 13, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Two Queen Sacrifices are Better Than One! || The Bar and Library Immortal

December 5, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Follow me on Instagram for extra content https://www.instagram.com/agadmator/ Hikaru Nakamura vs Jan Krzysztof Duda Chess.com Speed Chess Championship

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October 31, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

The Halloween Gambit (also known as the Müller–Schulze Gambit or Leipzig Gambit) is an aggressive chess opening gambit

What a Gentleman || Carlsen vs Shirov || FIDE Chess.com Grand Swiss

October 15, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Watch “Tactical” by Juga https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53gzaRb72vk&feature=youtu.be Standings here https://chess24.com/en/embed-tournament/fide-grand-swiss-2019 Follow me on Instagram for extra content

Chess Tactics in the Evans Gambit – GM Marian Petrov [80/20 Tactics Multiplier]

October 11, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Want a super-attacking chess opening for White? The Evans Gambit is for you! Discover vicious chess attacks with

Candidates 2018: Kramnik vs. Caruana | Insane in the Endgame – GM Pepe Cuenca

October 9, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Grandmaster Pepe Cuenca shows one of the craziest games he has ever seen: Vladimir Kramnik vs. Fabiano Caruana

This Looks Very Similar To Surya Ganguly’s Combination

August 28, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Here is an impressive attacking game where with a queen sacrifice White makes opponent’s king-side vulnerable and by

After That Shocking Move All White Pieces Got Activated

July 27, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

Here is a chess game with a sparkling final combination played by Soviet chess master Mikhail Bonch-Osmolovsky vs

Sorry About That :)

July 21, 2019 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Blunders | Road to GM, Games 78, 79

July 15, 2019 NHaselton Hanging Pawns

Rounds three and four of Novi Sad. A very instructive victory in the Petrov, and a very instructive