Transform your chess game with "Dynamic Play" , a course meticulously designed to enhance your understanding and execution of dynamic strategies. Crafted by grandmaster Victor Bologan, this course reveals the secrets behind aggressive play and the creation of sharp, unpredictable positions on the board. Expert Insights from a Chess Master Victor Bologan shares his expert insights and battle-tested tactics, drawing on a wealth of examples from his own illustrious career. His guidance will teach you how to seize the initiative and keep your opponents on the defensive. Comprehensive Coverage of Tactical Play A significant portion of this video course is dedicated to identifying and exploiting tactical weaknesses and critical formations. These fundamental theories, developed by Bologan’s coach Veaceslav Chebanenco, provide a robust framework for dynamic play. Perfect for All Skill Levels Whether you're a beginner aiming to improve your attacking prowess or an advanced player looking to enrich your dynamic repertoire, this course is packed with valuable content: Elevate Your Chess Game Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to chess. " Dynamic Play" is your ultimate guide to mastering aggressive strategies and dominating the board. With practical tips, exercises, and game analysis, you'll gain the skills and confidence to outplay any opponent. Enrol Now and Ignite Your Chess Potential! Join the ranks of dynamic players who understand the power of aggressive chess. With "The Dynamic Play in Chess," you'll have everything you need to take your game to the next level. Laufzeit: 4 h 47 min Extra: Training with ChessBase apps – Play key positions against Fritz onvarious Levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows Vista, XP (Service Pack 3), DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 7 or Windows 8, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVD-ROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Die großen Momente und die kleinen Anekdoten der Schachgeschichte: wer wüsste besser davon zu erzählen als Dr. Helmut Pfleger? Der Schachgroßmeister aus Bamberg war über viele Jahre in seinen Sendungen mit GM Vlastimil Hort der Schachmoderator im deutschen Fernsehen. Mit seiner Video-Reihe knüpft Dr. Helmut Pfleger an diese Erfolgsgeschichte an und führt Ihnen ausgewählte „Juwelen der Schachgeschichte“ in Bild und Ton vor. Erleben Sie in dieser Videoreihe anhand der besten Spieler der Geschichte mit, wie sich der Charakter des Schachspiels im Laufe von über 150 Jahren gewandelt hat. Angefangen beim letzten Vertreter der romantischen Schachschule Adolf Anderssen und dem Perfektionisten Akiba Rubinstein, Klassikern wie Aaron Nimzowitsch und Siegbert Tarrasch über die Weltmeister Wilhelm Steinitz, Emanuel Lasker, José Capablanca, Alexander Aljechin, Michail Tal, Bobby Fischer, Anatoly Karpow und Garry Kasparow. Dazu Meisterwerke des modernen Spitzenschachs von Garry Kasparow, Vladimir Kramnik, Peter Leko, Alexei Shirov, Viswanathan Anand, Weselin Topalov, Hou Yifan, Levon Aronian, Vassily Ivanchuk und natürlich Magnus Carlsen. ChessBase präsentiert in dieser „Classics-Ausgabe“ die dreiteilige Serie von Dr. Helmut Pfleger aus dem Jahr 2004 und 2012 – überarbeitet und im aktuellen Format! Dr. Helmut Pfleger präsentiert Ihnen nicht nur jeweils eine ausgewählte Partie dieser Ausnahmekönner, sondern geht auch auf deren unterschiedliche Auffassungen vom Schachspiel ein. Ein Muss für jeden Liebhaber des königlichen Spiels! Freuen Sie sich auf 13 Stunden Schachgenuss ohne Nebenwirkungen! • Videospielzeit: 13 Stunden (Deutsch) • Extra: Datenbank mit weiteren ausgewählten Partien Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Die großen Momente und die kleinen Anekdoten der Schachgeschichte: wer wüsste besser davon zu erzählen als Dr. Helmut Pfleger? Der Schachgroßmeister aus Bamberg war über viele Jahre in seinen Sendungen mit GM Vlastimil Hort der Schachmoderator im deutschen Fernsehen. Mit seiner Video-Reihe knüpft Dr. Helmut Pfleger an diese Erfolgsgeschichte an und führt Ihnen ausgewählte „Juwelen der Schachgeschichte“ in Bild und Ton vor. Erleben Sie in dieser Videoreihe anhand der besten Spieler der Geschichte mit, wie sich der Charakter des Schachspiels im Laufe von über 150 Jahren gewandelt hat. Angefangen beim letzten Vertreter der romantischen Schachschule Adolf Anderssen und dem Perfektionisten Akiba Rubinstein, Klassikern wie Aaron Nimzowitsch und Siegbert Tarrasch über die Weltmeister Wilhelm Steinitz, Emanuel Lasker, José Capablanca, Alexander Aljechin, Michail Tal, Bobby Fischer, Anatoly Karpow und Garry Kasparow. Dazu Meisterwerke des modernen Spitzenschachs von Garry Kasparow, Vladimir Kramnik, Peter Leko, Alexei Shirov, Viswanathan Anand, Weselin Topalov, Hou Yifan, Levon Aronian, Vassily Ivanchuk und natürlich Magnus Carlsen. ChessBase präsentiert in dieser „Classics-Ausgabe“ die dreiteilige Serie von Dr. Helmut Pfleger aus dem Jahr 2004 und 2012 – überarbeitet und im aktuellen Format! Dr. Helmut Pfleger präsentiert Ihnen nicht nur jeweils eine ausgewählte Partie dieser Ausnahmekönner, sondern geht auch auf deren unterschiedliche Auffassungen vom Schachspiel ein. Ein Muss für jeden Liebhaber des königlichen Spiels! Freuen Sie sich auf 13 Stunden Schachgenuss ohne Nebenwirkungen! Videospielzeit: 13 Stunden (Deutsch) Extra: Datenbank mit weiteren ausgewählten Partien Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Have you always wanted to play the Sicilian as Black, but been discouraged by the abundance of options for White? Here is the solution to becoming a lifelong successful Sicilian player! In a separate course, all the critical lines of the Open Sicilian (Taimanov Variation) were covered. In this course, all the relevant Anti-Sicilians are covered in depth. Starting with the move-order 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6, White has been prevented from playing a variation with 3.Bb5. Popular alternatives on move 3 are tackled first (3.b3, 3.g3, Kings-Indian Attack etc.). On the second move, White has many more options to deviate from the Main Lines, but since White often has the opportunity to transpose back to the Open Variation, it’s strongly recommended to study both volumes. The lines arising from the Closed Sicilian Variation with 2.Nc3 and the Alapin (with 2.c3 or 2.Nf3 e6 3.c3) are effectively countered as well, to avoid any move-order problems. Last, but not least, popular systems at club level, e.g. the Smith-Morra and Wing Gambit should no longer be feared! The video course has been complemented with 24 exercises to test both your theoretical and practical knowledge, 10 positions to play out to develop a better feeling for these types of positions, as well as a database with over 230 model games. Video running time: More than 7 hours With interactive training including video feedback Extra: Training with ChessBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Have you always wanted to play the Sicilian as Black, but been discouraged by the abundance of options for White? Here is the solution to becoming a lifelong successful Sicilian player! In a separate course, all the critical lines of the Open Sicilian (Taimanov Variation) were covered. In this course, all the relevant Anti-Sicilians are covered in depth. Starting with the move-order 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6, White has been prevented from playing a variation with 3.Bb5. Popular alternatives on move 3 are tackled first (3.b3, 3.g3, Kings-Indian Attack etc.). On the second move, White has many more options to deviate from the Main Lines, but since White often has the opportunity to transpose back to the Open Variation, it’s strongly recommended to study both volumes. The lines arising from the Closed Sicilian Variation with 2.Nc3 and the Alapin (with 2.c3 or 2.Nf3 e6 3.c3) are effectively countered as well, to avoid any move-order problems. Last, but not least, popular systems at club level, e.g. the Smith-Morra and Wing Gambit should no longer be feared! The video course has been complemented with 24 exercises to test both your theoretical and practical knowledge, 10 positions to play out to develop a better feeling for these types of positions, as well as a database with over 230 model games. Video running time: More than 7 hours With interactive training including video feedback Extra: Training with ChessBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

For a chess player, chess pieces are like specific tools in a toolbox. We need to know how best to use them, just as a craftsman knows his tools. We shouldn’t use a screwdriver to hammer in a nail; and we shouldn’t position the knights on the edge of the board. Knights are mysterious creatures. They add irrational content to any position. However, in this video tutorial you will learn how to tame them. We will focus on how to create an outpost for a Knight and how to maneuver with this piece to get maximum activity from it. We will talk about the knight’s soul mates: the queen and the passed pawn. We will also focus on positions where knights are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically when they are behind the pawn chains in which knight are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically, this happens when they are located behind the pawn chain. • Video running time: 4 hours 39 minutes • Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Play-out-positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key Jan Markos is a Slovak chess grandmaster, coach, and author, a former European Youth Champion. His book “Under the Surface” won the ECF Book of the Year Award in 2018. His most recent chess book “The Secret Ingredient”, co-authored with GM David Navara, focuses on practical aspects of overtheboard play. System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

For a chess player, chess pieces are like specific tools in a toolbox. We need to know how best to use them, just as a craftsman knows his tools. We shouldn’t use a screwdriver to hammer in a nail; and we shouldn’t position the knights on the edge of the board. Knights are mysterious creatures. They add irrational content to any position. However, in this video tutorial you will learn how to tame them. We will focus on how to create an outpost for a Knight and how to maneuver with this piece to get maximum activity from it. We will talk about the knight’s soul mates: the queen and the passed pawn. We will also focus on positions where knights are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically when they are behind the pawn chains in which knight are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically, this happens when they are located behind the pawn chain. Video running time: 4 hours 39 minutes Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Play-out-positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key Jan Markos is a Slovak chess grandmaster, coach, and author, a former European Youth Champion. His book “Under the Surface” won the ECF Book of the Year Award in 2018. His most recent chess book “The Secret Ingredient”, co-authored with GM David Navara, focuses on practical aspects of overtheboard play. System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Are you tired of facing long engine lines and well-known theoretical complications? Then I have something interesting for you. In this video course, I will show you a repertoire after 1.d4 that aims to be practical and well-suited for the positional player. I give promising mainlines for white against all black’s main replies to 1.d4 that are engine-proof, easy to learn and can be played almost instantly. Moreover, if black deviates, then white obtains a promising initiative and black will have to suffer an unpleasant defence. In this Volume we’ll examine all other ways to face 1.d4. I will give you everything you need to know to face openings such as the Black Knights Tango, 1… d6, the Dutch Defence, the English Defence, the Modern Defence, setups with c5 and various other minor lines that can occur after move 1. Moreover, you’ll get to practice the repertoire shown in the Opening trainer which will help you memorise the moves you need to play. Let your journey into the world of 1.d4 start now! Video running time: 3 h 20 min With int eractive tr aining including video feedback Training with Ches sBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1 DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10/11, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation. Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key

Are you tired of facing long engine lines and well-known theoretical complications? Then I have something interesting for you. In this video course, I will show you a repertoire after 1.d4 that aims to be practical and well-suited for the positional player. I give promising mainlines for white against all black’s main replies to 1.d4 that are engine-proof, easy to learn and can be played almost instantly. Moreover, if black deviates, then white obtains a promising initiative and black will have to suffer an unpleasant defence. In this Volume we’ll examine all other ways to face 1.d4. I will give you everything you need to know to face openings such as the Black Knights Tango, 1… d6, the Dutch Defence, the English Defence, the Modern Defence, setups with c5 and various other minor lines that can occur after move 1. Moreover, you’ll get to practice the repertoire shown in the Opening trainer which will help you memorise the moves you need to play. Let your journey into the world of 1.d4 start now! Video running time: 3 h 20 min With int eractive tr aining including video feedback Training with Ches sBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1 DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10/11, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation. Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key

Are you looking for a simple, easy-to-learn repertoire against 1.e4? Then the Scandinavian with 3…Qd8 is yours! After 1.e4 d5 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 the retreat 3…Qd8 leads to a very solid type position for Black. At the expense of two tempi, the pawn structure has been defined, and hence a clear developing plan can be made for our minor pieces. The first goal is to get the light-squared bishop out to g4, then placing the pawns on c6 and e6. Now Black has a rock-solid setup and good chances to build up pressure against White’s pawn on d4 and/or use the d5-square as an outpost for any of their pieces. This video course offers you a complete Black repertoire with 1.e4 d5. Covering all the critical attempts for White to punish Black’s provocative approach, as well as all the relevant minor options on move 2 and 3 for White. The emphasis is on understanding the ensuing middlegames and endgames. In the interactive part (20 exercises with multiple questions) you’ll get a chance to apply some concrete theoretical knowledge, as well as test your understanding of typical positions arising from this opening. After studying all the material, you will likely get a position that you are more familiar with than your opponent! • Video running time: more than 7 hours (English) • With interactive training including video feedback • Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels • Database with model games System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 7, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 7 / 8 or 10, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Are you looking for a simple, easy-to-learn repertoire against 1.e4? Then the Scandinavian with 3…Qd8 is yours! After 1.e4 d5 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 the retreat 3…Qd8 leads to a very solid type position for Black. At the expense of two tempi, the pawn structure has been defined, and hence a clear developing plan can be made for our minor pieces. The first goal is to get the light-squared bishop out to g4, then placing the pawns on c6 and e6. Now Black has a rock-solid setup and good chances to build up pressure against White’s pawn on d4 and/or use the d5-square as an outpost for any of their pieces. This video course offers you a complete Black repertoire with 1.e4 d5. Covering all the critical attempts for White to punish Black’s provocative approach, as well as all the relevant minor options on move 2 and 3 for White. The emphasis is on understanding the ensuing middlegames and endgames. In the interactive part (20 exercises with multiple questions) you’ll get a chance to apply some concrete theoretical knowledge, as well as test your understanding of typical positions arising from this opening. After studying all the material, you will likely get a position that you are more familiar with than your opponent! Video running time: more than 7 hours (English) With interactive training including video feedback Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Database with model games System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 7, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 7 / 8 or 10, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Are you looking for a simple, easy-to-learn repertoire against 1.e4? Then the Scandinavian with 3…Qd8 is yours! After 1.e4 d5 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 the retreat 3…Qd8 leads to a very solid type position for Black. At the expense of two tempi, the pawn structure has been defined, and hence a clear developing plan can be made for our minor pieces. The first goal is to get the light-squared bishop out to g4, then placing the pawns on c6 and e6. Now Black has a rock-solid setup and good chances to build up pressure against White’s pawn on d4 and/or use the d5-square as an outpost for any of their pieces. This video course offers you a complete Black repertoire with 1.e4 d5. Covering all the critical attempts for White to punish Black’s provocative approach, as well as all the relevant minor options on move 2 and 3 for White. The emphasis is on understanding the ensuing middlegames and endgames. In the interactive part (20 exercises with multiple questions) you’ll get a chance to apply some concrete theoretical knowledge, as well as test your understanding of typical positions arising from this opening. After studying all the material, you will likely get a position that you are more familiar with than your opponent! Video running time: more than 7 hours (English) With interactive training including video feedback Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Database with model games System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 7, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 7 / 8 or 10, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Are you tired of facing long engine lines and well-known theoretical complications? Then I have something interesting for you. In this video course, I will show you a repertoire after 1.d4 that aims to be practical and well-suited for the positional player. I give promising mainlines for white against all black’s main replies to 1.d4 that are engine-proof, easy to learn and can be played almost instantly. Moreover, if black deviates, then white obtains a promising initiative and black will have to suffer an unpleasant defence. In this Volume we’ll examine all other ways to face 1.d4. I will give you everything you need to know to face openings such as the Black Knights Tango, 1… d6, the Dutch Defence, the English Defence, the Modern Defence, setups with c5 and various other minor lines that can occur after move 1. Moreover, you’ll get to practice the repertoire shown in the Opening trainer which will help you memorise the moves you need to play. Let your journey into the world of 1.d4 start now! • Video running time: 3 h 20 min • With int eractive tr aining including video feedback • Training with Ches sBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1 DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10/11, DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation. Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key

For a chess player, chess pieces are like specific tools in a toolbox. We need to know how best to use them, just as a craftsman knows his tools. We shouldn’t use a screwdriver to hammer in a nail; and we shouldn’t position the knights on the edge of the board. Knights are mysterious creatures. They add irrational content to any position. However, in this video tutorial you will learn how to tame them. We will focus on how to create an outpost for a Knight and how to maneuver with this piece to get maximum activity from it. We will talk about the knight’s soul mates: the queen and the passed pawn. We will also focus on positions where knights are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically when they are behind the pawn chains in which knight are vulnerable or hopelessly passive: typically, this happens when they are located behind the pawn chain. Video running time: 4 hours 39 minutes Extra: Training with ChessBase apps - Play-out-positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key Jan Markos is a Slovak chess grandmaster, coach, and author, a former European Youth Champion. His book “Under the Surface” won the ECF Book of the Year Award in 2018. His most recent chess book “The Secret Ingredient”, co-authored with GM David Navara, focuses on practical aspects of overtheboard play. System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

The Sicilian Defence is one of the most popular and sharpest replies to 1.e4. After 1.e4 c5, an exciting, unbalanced position is assured, where Black can play for a win from the very start of the game. The Open Sicilian describes all variations where White plays an early d2-d4. On this all-new ChessBase video course, IM Andrew Martin introduces you to this exciting world, so that you can begin playing the Sicilian in your own games. The main themes and ideas of the Open Sicilian are discussed, followed by a summary of all the accepted main lines. You will be able to make a choice as to which of them you want to play. This video course is full of Sicilian masterpieces that delight and instruct. The author hopes that they will also inspire you to play the Sicilian yourself. Players under 1800 will gain most benefit from this video course. Video running time: 5 h 50 min (English) With int eractive tr aining including video feedback Training with Ches sBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Vielen gilt Boris Spassky als der talentierteste aller Weltmeister. Im örtlichen Pionierpalast (St. Petersburg) wurde das große Schachtalent des neunjährigen Spassky entdeckt und von Trainern wie Wladimir Zak gefördert. 1953 ernannte der Weltschachbund den 16-Jährigen schon zum Internationalen Meister, 1955 zum Großmeister, nachdem Spassky bei der UdSSR-Meisterschaft den 2. bis 6. Platz erreicht und die Jugendweltmeisterschaft U20 gewonnen hatte. 1964 qualifizierte er sich aber im Interzonenturnier für die Kandidatenkämpfe und wurde 1966 Herausforderer von Weltmeister Petrosian. Diesen konnte Spassky jedoch erst im zweiten Anlauf 1969 besiegen und wurde so der 10. Schachweltmeister. 1972 musste Spassky den Titel in einem Nerven aufreibenden Wettkampf gegen Bobby Fischer verteidigen. Mit großer Geduld ertrug Spassky alle Mätzchen des Herausforderers, verlor aber den Wettkampf und den Titel.1976 emigrierte Boris Spassky mit seiner Ehefrau nach Frankreich und lebte lange in Paris. Erst in späteren Jahren kehrte er nach Russland zurück. In den WM-Zyklen 1974, 1977 und 1980 nahm Spassky erneut an den Kandidatenkämpfen teil, konnte sich aber nicht mehr als Herausforderer qualifizieren. 1992 kam es in Jugoslawien zu einem Aufsehen erregenden Rematch gegen Bobby Fischer, das Spassky jedoch auch verlor. Boris Spassky pflegte in seiner besten Zeit einen mitreißenden Angriffsstil, mit einer Vorliebe für aggressive Eröffnungen wie das Königsgambit. Er spielte aber auch die anderen Phasen der Partie weltmeisterlich. Ein Expertenteam aus vier internationalen Titelträgern zeigt Ihnen strategische Meisterleistungen, wegweisende Endspielmanöver und mustergültige Kombinationen im Videoformat und zeigt die Glanzpunkte der Karriere von Boris Spassky. Video Laufzeit: 8 Stunden 19 Minuten (Deutsch) Interaktiver Taktiktest mit Videofeedback „Spassky-Powerbooks“: Das Eröffnungsrepertoire von Boris Spassky als Variantenbaum Taktik-Training mit 20 Spassky-Partien Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Vielen gilt Boris Spassky als der talentierteste aller Weltmeister. Im örtlichen Pionierpalast (St. Petersburg) wurde das große Schachtalent des neunjährigen Spassky entdeckt und von Trainern wie Wladimir Zak gefördert. 1953 ernannte der Weltschachbund den 16-Jährigen schon zum Internationalen Meister, 1955 zum Großmeister, nachdem Spassky bei der UdSSR-Meisterschaft den 2. bis 6. Platz erreicht und die Jugendweltmeisterschaft U20 gewonnen hatte. 1964 qualifizierte er sich aber im Interzonenturnier für die Kandidatenkämpfe und wurde 1966 Herausforderer von Weltmeister Petrosian. Diesen konnte Spassky jedoch erst im zweiten Anlauf 1969 besiegen und wurde so der 10. Schachweltmeister. 1972 musste Spassky den Titel in einem Nerven aufreibenden Wettkampf gegen Bobby Fischer verteidigen. Mit großer Geduld ertrug Spassky alle Mätzchen des Herausforderers, verlor aber den Wettkampf und den Titel.1976 emigrierte Boris Spassky mit seiner Ehefrau nach Frankreich und lebte lange in Paris. Erst in späteren Jahren kehrte er nach Russland zurück. In den WM-Zyklen 1974, 1977 und 1980 nahm Spassky erneut an den Kandidatenkämpfen teil, konnte sich aber nicht mehr als Herausforderer qualifizieren. 1992 kam es in Jugoslawien zu einem Aufsehen erregenden Rematch gegen Bobby Fischer, das Spassky jedoch auch verlor. Boris Spassky pflegte in seiner besten Zeit einen mitreißenden Angriffsstil, mit einer Vorliebe für aggressive Eröffnungen wie das Königsgambit. Er spielte aber auch die anderen Phasen der Partie weltmeisterlich. Ein Expertenteam aus vier internationalen Titelträgern zeigt Ihnen strategische Meisterleistungen, wegweisende Endspielmanöver und mustergültige Kombinationen im Videoformat und zeigt die Glanzpunkte der Karriere von Boris Spassky. Video Laufzeit: 8 Stunden 19 Minuten (Deutsch) Interaktiver Taktiktest mit Videofeedback „Spassky-Powerbooks“: Das Eröffnungsrepertoire von Boris Spassky als Variantenbaum Taktik-Training mit 20 Spassky-Partien Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

The Sicilian Defence is one of the most popular and sharpest replies to 1.e4. After 1.e4 c5, an exciting, unbalanced position is assured, where Black can play for a win from the very start of the game. The Open Sicilian describes all variations where White plays an early d2-d4. On this all-new ChessBase video course, IM Andrew Martin introduces you to this exciting world, so that you can begin playing the Sicilian in your own games. The main themes and ideas of the Open Sicilian are discussed, followed by a summary of all the accepted main lines. You will be able to make a choice as to which of them you want to play. This video course is full of Sicilian masterpieces that delight and instruct. The author hopes that they will also inspire you to play the Sicilian yourself. Players under 1800 will gain most benefit from this video course. • Video running time: 5 h 50 min (English) • With int eractive tr aining including video feedback • Training with Ches sBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels Including download & stream for iPad, tablet etc: can be unlocked with imprinted key System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Wir alle haben die Übel der Zeitnot in unserem Schachleben schon erlebt. Die Uhr tickt, die Panik steigt, und wir machen Züge, die wir nicht in Betracht ziehen würden, wenn wir mehr Zeit auf der Uhr hätten. Ob wir gewinnen oder verlieren - all unsere Bemühungen sind umsonst, weil wir unsere Zeit nicht effizienter einteilen konnten. Und was noch schlimmer ist: Wir wiederholen diesen Fehler immer und immer wieder. Zeitnot ist eine der häufigsten schlechten Angewohnheiten von Schachspielern. Man kann es nicht wirklich vermeiden, Zeit auf komplizierte Stellungen zu verwenden, aber sie sind nicht das einzige Problem. Es gibt noch andere Faktoren, wie unzureichende Eröffnungsvorbereitung, Perfektionismus, fehlendes Selbstvertrauen, usw. In diesem Videokurs möchte ich Ihnen helfen, mit dem Zeitmanagement während Ihrer Partie umzugehen. Wie man es vermeidet und wie man reagiert, wenn man keine andere Wahl hat. Ich habe diesen Kurs in 2 Teile gegliedert. Im ersten Teil konzentriere ich mich auf die Methoden und Techniken, die Ihnen helfen werden, Zeitnot zu vermeiden, wie z.B.: strenges Eröffnungsrepertoire, kluger Einsatz der Schachintuition, Erkennung kritischer Momente, Entscheidung zwischen mehreren möglichen Zügen, prophylaktisches Denken und wie man Perfektionismus im Schach vermeiden kann. Im zweiten Teil liegt der Schwerpunkt auf den Momenten in Zeitnot. Wie Spieler unterschiedlicher Stärke und Erfahrung ihre Probleme am Brett lösen, aber auch, warum viele von ihnen (auch starke Großmeister) scheitern. Ich behandle Themen wie: die Suche nach Chancen in einer schlechteren Stellung und die Suche nach den besten Auswegen; wie und warum man Emotionen unter Kontrolle halten sollte; komplizierte und komplexe Stellungen; warum man in Zeitnot mit den Veränderungen in einer Bauernstruktur vorsichtig sein sollte; und wann und ob man Stellungen in (Bauern-)Endspiele umwandeln sollte. • Laufzeit: über 6 S tunden 45 Minuten (Deutsch) • Interaktives T raining inklusive Videofeedback • Extra: Best practice-Übersicht als PDF Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.

Vielen gilt Boris Spassky als der talentierteste aller Weltmeister. Im örtlichen Pionierpalast (St. Petersburg) wurde das große Schachtalent des neunjährigen Spassky entdeckt und von Trainern wie Wladimir Zak gefördert. 1953 ernannte der Weltschachbund den 16-Jährigen schon zum Internationalen Meister, 1955 zum Großmeister, nachdem Spassky bei der UdSSR-Meisterschaft den 2. bis 6. Platz erreicht und die Jugendweltmeisterschaft U20 gewonnen hatte. 1964 qualifizierte er sich aber im Interzonenturnier für die Kandidatenkämpfe und wurde 1966 Herausforderer von Weltmeister Petrosian. Diesen konnte Spassky jedoch erst im zweiten Anlauf 1969 besiegen und wurde so der 10. Schachweltmeister. 1972 musste Spassky den Titel in einem Nerven aufreibenden Wettkampf gegen Bobby Fischer verteidigen. Mit großer Geduld ertrug Spassky alle Mätzchen des Herausforderers, verlor aber den Wettkampf und den Titel.1976 emigrierte Boris Spassky mit seiner Ehefrau nach Frankreich und lebte lange in Paris. Erst in späteren Jahren kehrte er nach Russland zurück. In den WM-Zyklen 1974, 1977 und 1980 nahm Spassky erneut an den Kandidatenkämpfen teil, konnte sich aber nicht mehr als Herausforderer qualifizieren. 1992 kam es in Jugoslawien zu einem Aufsehen erregenden Rematch gegen Bobby Fischer, das Spassky jedoch auch verlor. Boris Spassky pflegte in seiner besten Zeit einen mitreißenden Angriffsstil, mit einer Vorliebe für aggressive Eröffnungen wie das Königsgambit. Er spielte aber auch die anderen Phasen der Partie weltmeisterlich. Ein Expertenteam aus vier internationalen Titelträgern zeigt Ihnen strategische Meisterleistungen, wegweisende Endspielmanöver und mustergültige Kombinationen im Videoformat und zeigt die Glanzpunkte der Karriere von Boris Spassky. • Video Laufzeit: 8 Stunden 19 Minuten (Deutsch) • Interaktiver Taktiktest mit Videofeedback • „Spassky-Powerbooks“: Das Eröffnungsrepertoire von Boris Spassky als Variantenbaum • Taktik-Training mit 20 Spassky-Partien Inklusive Download & Stream für iPad, Tablet etc: kann mit eingedrucktem Key freigeschaltet werden System requirements: Minimum: Pentium III 1 GHz, 1 GB RAM, Windows 8.1, DirectX9 graphic card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 9 and internet connection for program activation. Recommended: PC Intel Core i7, 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, Windows 10 or 11 , DirectX10 graphic card (or compatible) with 512 MB RAM or better, 100% DirectX10 compatible sound card, Windows Media Player 11, DVDROM drive and internet connection for program activation.