Showing posts with label Dutch Defense. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dutch Defense. Show all posts

Friday, May 3, 2024

Classical Dutch Defense: Free Resources & Video Lessons

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 Unlocking the Dutch Defense: A Repository of Classical Variation Resources


The Classical Dutch ( or the Ilyin-Zenevsky System as it is also called) covers the Dutch Defense ( 1.d4  f5  ) where the Bishop is placed on e7 and the pawn on d6.


 It is characterized by Black's pawn structure of f5, e6, d6, and White's pawn structure of d4, c4, e3. 

This setup aims to control the center and create counterplay on the flanks.

Gif from LiChess of the first 6 opening moves of the classical Dutch defense on a chessboard.
Classical Dutch

Bishop's Bounty Main Dutch Defense Page Link


Books & Lessons (FREE)

Internet Archive

  • Classical Dutch by Jan Pinski - 164 Page PDF - In this book, -- Pinski delves into the secrets of the Classical Dutch, studying both the positional motives and tactical nuances for both sides1. 
    He deals with the theoretical main lines as well as the crafty side variations, 
    updating the reader on all the new important wrinkles1.

Chessable

  • Short & Sweet: Classical Dutch - FREE Chessable Course - (18 Trainable Variations w/ 58 Min Video) - GM Simon Williams - Learn the Classical Dutch step-by-step as GM Williams guides you through his choices, giving you an overview of structures and practical play within the opening.


Classical Dutch Articles

Refine your understanding of the Classical Dutch with insightful articles:




Classical Dutch LiChess Studies

Deepen your understanding of the Classical Dutch with these interactive Lichess studies:


New to Lichess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge.


Classical Dutch Puzzles:  Sharpen Your Tactical Vision

Test your tactical prowess with these challenging puzzles:


WTHarvey.com


LiChess Opening Puzzles


Game Databases

Dive Deeper: Classical Dutch Game Databases & Collections

Chess Tempo


Chess365.com


Chessgames.com


Game Collections
  • Classical Dutch - 20 Games -Practice the ideas presented in Simon Williams' "Play the Classical Dutch" and "Killer Dutch" alongside other resources. 
  • Dutch defense - classical - 30 GamesFocus on Black's victories, particularly those achieved by GM Simon Williams.


Classical Dutch Video Lessons

Embrace the aggressive Classical Dutch! This section offers a variety of video lessons catering to players of all levels, empowering you to conquer the center with confidence.




Classical Dutch Game Videos (W/Analysis)

Unlock the Secrets of the Classical Dutch: Dive into a collection of analyzed games, revealing the strategic and tactical possibilities within the Classical Dutch Defense.


The Dutch Defence in Action!!! - 8 Video playlist
- Gm Simon Williams


Friday, April 19, 2024

Anti-Dutch Gambits - A80,A82,A83

A dramatic chess scene inspired by Goya. A black king cowers under attack from white pawns, bishop, and knight, symbolizing the danger Black faces against the Anti-Dutch Gambit.
"There are two types of sacrifices: correct ones and mine." - Mikhail Tal

 
Animated GIF showcasing the opening moves of the Latvian Gambit chess opening. White opens with king's pawn (e4), Black counters with king's pawn (e5). White develops the knight (Nf3), and Black sacrifices a pawn with f5.
A King's Gambit! Wait, I'm Black.


 
Conquer the Dutch Defense with Anti-Dutch Gambits

Feeling frustrated by the Dutch Defense's early ...f5 move, disrupting your plans for central control?
  
Don't back down! Embrace the fight with Anti-Dutch Gambits,
a daring opening strategy that sacrifices a pawn for rapid development
 and a chance to launch a kingside attack.

This guide will introduce you to the popular Staunton Gambit and the dynamic Janzen-Korchnoi Gambit, providing the tools you need to conquer the Dutch Defense.

         
   Lisitsin Gambit                        Staunton Gambit                  Krejcik Gambit

Lisitsin Gambit Wikipedia Page

Staunton Gambit Wikipedia Page

Bishop's Bounty Dutch Defense (Main) Page
Bishop's Bounty Stonewall Dutch Page
Bishop's Bounty Leningrad Dutch Page



Anti-Dutch Gambit Articles


Dutch Defense: Staunton Gambit, Lasker Variation  - papachess
Dutch Defense: Staunton Gambit, Chigorin Variation  - papachess
Dutch Defense: Dominate Early with Blackmar's Second Gambit  - papachess
Mastering the Risky Dutch Defense: Krejcik Gambit, Tate Gambit  - papachess

Lisitsin’s Gambit  - Edward Winter -   Explore the intriguing history of Lisitsin’s Gambit in chess, from its early appearances in the 1920s to contemporary discussions on its evolution.

Lisitsyn Gambit Trap: A dangerous knight charge  Réti Opening: Dutch, Lisitsyn, Rydel-Bloodgood, Polish Gambit, Dalesio Gambit .


Anti-Dutch LiChess Studies


Destroy The Dutch Defense With The Staunton Gambit  - 7 Chapter Study (19 Hearts)

Opening - Staunton Gambit - 9 Chapter study (Many Model Chess Games)

Staunton Gambit Accepted - 6 Chapter Study 

Interactive Dutch Defense - 11 Chapter Interactive Study (4 Lines are gambits) (Nice way to practice some lines with Info thrown at you why you should be making certain moves or why the Chess variation sucks)

The Dutch and Anti-Dutch Systems 6 Chapter Study ( 900 Hearts)

Dutch: Krejcik Gambit - 48 Chapter Study (Very, Very Extensive Opening Breakdown)


Puzzles and Tactics


LiChess Opening Puzzles



Game Databases


Chess Tempo


Chess365.com


A80: Dutch, Spielmann gambit 1. d4 f5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. g4 - 8 Games
A80: Dutch, Von Pretzel gambit 1. d4 f5 2. Qd3 e6 3. g4 - 18 Games
A80: Dutch, Krejcik gambit 1. d4 f5 2. g4 - 297 Games

A82: Dutch, Staunton gambit 1. d4 f5 2. e4 - 2589 Games
A82: Dutch, Balogh defence 1. d4 f5 2. e4 d6 - 206 Games
A82: Dutch, Staunton gambit, Tartakower variation 1. d4 f5 2. e4 fxe4 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. g4 - 130 games

A83: Dutch, Staunton gambit, Staunton's line 1. d4 f5 2. e4 fxe4 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. Bg5 - 1813 Games

(Links to all 4 Variations below on this page)
Alekhine variation     4. Bg5 g6 5. h4
Lasker variation         4. Bg5 g6 5. f3
Chigorin variation      4. Bg5 c6
Nimzovich variation   4. Bg5 b6

Chessgames.com (Game Collections)



Anti-Dutch Gambit Video Lessons


Janzen-Korchnoi Gambit
  • CRUSH The Dutch - The Janzen-Korchnoi Gambit - 10 Min (No-Nonsense Guide) - to the Janzen-Korchnoi Gambit against the Dutch Defense.  It provides a detailed explanation of the gambit, including key strategies and tactics to use against the Dutch Defense.

Lisitsyn Gambit
  • Beat the Dutch! | Lisitsyn Gambit - 23 Min - FM Milan Jocef -  explains the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including what happens if Black takes the pawn and keeps it, and what happens if Black gives the pawn back. 

Krejcik Gambit
  • Alterman GGuide Krejcik Dutch Defense part1 - 33 Min - GM Boris Alterman -  demonstrates several example games and positions to illustrate the effectiveness of the Krejcik Dutch Defense. He also discusses common mistakes and pitfalls

  • Alterman GGuide Krejcik Dutch Defense part2 - 31 Min - GM Boris Alterman -  explains the key ideas and strategies behind this opening, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.

  • Krejcik Gambit (handle with care) · Chess Openings - 22 Min - Hanging Pawns -  a tutorial on the Krejcik Gambit, an aggressive and unsound opening for White against the Dutch Defense. Provides a detailed explanation of the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.

Staunton Gambit

Traps


Anti-Dutch Gambit Game Videos
(w/Expert Analysis)


Janzen-Korchnoi Gambit

Lisitsyn Gambit

Staunton Gambit

PGN Database


PGNMentor.com

Latvian-Elephant.pgn
Latvian Gambit and
Elephant Gambit
1442 games
1.e4 e5 2.Knightf3 f5, d5


Monday, March 18, 2024

Stonewall Dutch Defense A92 - A95

 

Mastering the Stonewall Dutch
 Strategic Insights

Dive into the strategic world of the Stonewall Dutch, renowned for its solidity and flexibility.

 Discover articles, studies, and videos to master this dynamic opening, favored by players for its ability to dictate the pace of the game and create imbalanced positions, offering opportunities for both attacking and defensive play.


Bishop's Bounty Stonewall Pawn Structure Page 

Bishops Bounty Main Dutch Defense Page 


Stonewall Dutch Articles




Stonewall Dutch LiChess Studies

Explore interactive training tools to solidify your understanding of the opening's concepts.






Games Databases

Analyze real-life games featuring the Stonewall Dutch and see how it's played in practice.


Chess365.com

A92: Dutch, stonewall variation 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 e6 4. Bg2 Be7 5. Nf3 O-O 6. O-O d5 - 1032 Games
A93: Dutch, stonewall, Botvinnik variation 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 e6 4. Bg2 Be7 5. Nf3 O-O 6. O-O d5 7. b3 - 561 Games
A94: Dutch, stonewall with Ba3 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 e6 4. Bg2 Be7 5. Nf3 O-O 6. O-O d5 7. b3 c6 8. Ba3 - 424 Games
A95: Dutch, stonewall with Nc3 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 e6 4. Bg2 Be7 5. Nf3 O-O 6. O-O d5 7. Nc3 c6 - 776 Games

Chess Tempo

Dutch Defense, Stonewall Variation, Modern Variation (A90) - 2920 Games
Dutch Defense, Stonewall Variation, General Variation (A92) - 353 Games
Dutch Defense, Classical Variation, Stonewall Variation (A93) - 361 Games
Dutch Defense, Classical Variation, Stonewall Variation (A94) - 437 Games
Dutch Defense, Classical Variation, Stonewall Variation (A95) - 769 Games
Dutch Defense, Modern Stonewall Variation (A97) - 2133 Games


Stonewall Dutch Puzzles & Tactics


WTHarvey.com

Dutch, Stonewall, Botvinnik Var. (ECO A93) - 10 Puzzles
Dutch, Stonewall with Ba3 (ECO A94) - 10 Puzzles
Dutch, Stonewall (ECO A95) - 10 Puzzles

LiChess Opening Puzzles

Dutch Defense : Stonewall Variation - 43 Puzzles
 


Stonewall Dutch Video Lessons


Dutch Stonewall Defense - 16 Video Playlist - (Over 10 Hrs) - japanesetutor (Think these videos might be Lessons from a book)

Stonewall Dutch IM Andrew Martin - 1hr 41 Min - 
Acomprehensive guide to the Stonewall Dutch opening in chess. He emphasizes the need for a stable, economic, and effective opening repertoire that is easy to learn and play.

The Stonewall Dutch · Chess Openings - 34 Min - Hanging pawns
Emphasizes the importance of understanding plans over memorizing theory, as the Stonewall Dutch is characterized by its pawn structure and strategic ideas for both sides. He discusses the key pawn formation (f5, e6, d5, c6), its strengths and weaknesses, and various plans for developing pieces, particularly the problematic light-squared bishop for Black.

Dutch Defense | Stonewall Attack!! - 23 Min - IM Miodrag Perunovic
A comprehensive guide on the Dutch Defense, focusing on the Stonewall variation and how to effectively attack with it when playing as black

Ultra-Modern Dutch Stonewall | Fight The Catalan Without Fear!! - 41 Min - IM Miodrag Perunovic -
In-depth exploration of the Ultra-Modern Dutch Stonewall, a chess opening strategy designed to combat the Catalan opening. It highlights the effectiveness of the Stonewall Dutch against the Catalan

Stonewall Dutch for chess beginners (explained) - 14 Min - Bad Bishop Chess Channel -
Intro to the Stonewall Dutch Defense - a solid opening choice for Black against 1. d4 (but also works well against 1. c4 and 1. Nf3). The main ideas and logic behind the opening, mainly from Black's perspective. Focus is on the pawn structure and ideas dependent on the structure.

Anti-Stonewall

Break the Stonewall Dutch - 9 Min - NM Bryan Tillis 
- In this game, chessable author NM Tillis breaks down a key concept in facing the Stonewall Dutch.




Stonewall Dutch Game Videos (w/ Analysis)


Aman's Stonewall Speedrun - 19 Video playlist - GM Aman Hambelton - 400-2200 Elo playing Stonewall w/ White and Black. 


Chess Stream #72 Fresh Ideas in the Stonewall Dutch - 28 Min - GM Simon Williams - featuring insightful ideas and in-depth analysis of two games.

Reykjavik Open: Facing an Indian Prodigy, Raunak Sadhwani, with the Stonewall Dutch Opening. Round 5 - 27 Min - GM Simon Williams

Play the Stonewall Dutch like Stockfish - 9 Min - ChessGoals

Exciting Dutch Stonewall | Analyze This! - GM Maurice Ashley - 48 Min Maurice Ashley analyzes members' games. (New 6/24/2024)

Opening Basics #33: Dutch defense - Classical and Stonewall variations - 23 Min - Jim's Chess Channel -
 I continue my look at the Dutch defense with the Classical and Stonewall variations, which were prominently featured in the 1951 world championship match. 3 Games Bronstein vs. Botvinnik


kingscrusher (Games with well done game analysis )

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Master the Leningrad Dutch Defense: A Comprehensive Guide to A81, A87-A89

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"Behind the imposing walls lies a cunning defense."
- unknown





Unlock Black's Winning Chances
A Deep Dive into the Leningrad Dutch

The Leningrad Dutch Defense is an aggressive and tactical choice for Black, involving fianchettoing the king’s bishop and controlling the center with pawns on d6 and e6. This opening allows Black to launch a counterattack on White’s position, often leading to sharp and complex games.

  • Control the center with dynamic pawn structures.
  • Create opportunities for a powerful kingside attack.
  • Challenge your opponent with lesser-known lines.

Dive into the ultimate collection of resources to master the Leningrad Dutch Defense, from in-depth articles and LiChess studies to comprehensive video lessons and puzzles.
Bishop's Bounty Dutch Defense Page - Link Here



Leningrad Dutch Articles


  • Leningrad Dutch: Complete Guide - IM Zaur Tekeyev - Chessworld (W/33 Min Embedded Video) General look at the Main Line, Model game and an example of how White trys to refute the Leningrad Dutch.

  • Chess Opening Basics: The Leningrad Dutch Defense - Chessable Blog GuideGet a solid foundation in the Leningrad Dutch  with this introductory guide from the Chessable Blog. This article offers a general overview of the opening's ideas and themes, perfect for beginners looking to add this dynamic defense to their repertoire.

  • Leningrad Dutch by GM Magesh and GM Arun Sharpen your tactical vision with two annotated games featuring the Leningrad Dutch on Chess.com. Gain insights from Grandmaster-level analysis and see how to exploit opportunities arising from this aggressive opening.




Leningrad LiChess Studies

Explore interactive training tools to solidify your understanding of the opening's concepts. New to LiChess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge.


  • Leningrad Dutch - Complete Repertoire - 32 Chapter Study (55 Hearts) -Created by Shreksify, this comprehensive study covers main lines, sidelines, and the Polar Bear System. It includes 10 model games and detailed lessons for various variations, making it an excellent resource for in-depth learning.

  • Leningrad Dutch - 12 Chapter Study (225 Hearts) Authored by Rnugteren, this popular study focuses on mainlines, sidelines, and gambits with detailed explanations. It’s highly rated by the community and provides a thorough exploration of the Leningrad Dutch.

  • The Leningrad Dutch - 8 Chapter Interactive StudyCreated by pandolf, this interactive study offers detailed discussions on plans for different scenarios. It’s designed to help players understand the strategic ideas behind the Leningrad Dutch through interactive learning.

These studies provide a structured and interactive way to master the Leningrad Dutch Defense, catering to different learning preferences and levels of detail.


Chess Databases

Analyze real-life games featuring the Leningrad Dutch and see how it's played in practice.

365Chess.com


Chess Tempo


Chessgames.com (Collections)



Leningrad Dutch Tactics Puzzles

Test your tactical skills with puzzles specifically designed for the Leningrad Dutch.

LiChess Opening Puzzles


WTHarvey.com



Leningrad Dutch Video Lessons 

This section equips you with a variety of video resources to master the Leningrad Dutch, a dynamic and aggressive opening for Black.

  • GM Neiksans Boot Camp #9 - Dutch Defense for Black -  2.5 Hrs - Dive deep into the Leningrad Dutch with GM Neiksans. This extensive boot camp covers unorthodox positions, attacking strategies, and dynamic play. Perfect for players looking to enhance their tactical prowess and understanding of the Leningrad system.

  • The Leningrad Dutch · Chess Openings - 54 Min - Hanging Pawns - Focuses on the theoretical aspects of the Leningrad Dutch. It provides a thorough breakdown of key plans and variations, making it ideal for players who want to build a solid theoretical foundation..

  • Opening Basics #34: Dutch defense - Leningrad variation - 35 Min - Jim's Chess Channel - Offers a strategic exploration of the Leningrad Dutch, analyzing games played by grandmasters. This video is great for understanding the practical application of strategies in real games.

  • Svitlana's Smart Moves - How to play the Leningrad Dutch Defence - 22 Min - ChessBase - Practical tips and strategic advice for playing the Leningrad Dutch. This concise video is perfect for players looking for quick, actionable insights to improve their game.


St.Louis Chess Club



Leningrad Dutch Games (w/Analysis)

This section equips you with a variety of video resources to master the Leningrad Dutch, a dynamic and aggressive opening for Black.


Dutch Defence: Leningrad - 28 Video playlist - kingscrusher - Kingscrusher offers a comprehensive playlist featuring assorted games, from famous encounters to his own. This series provides a wide range of examples and in-depth analysis.

Your Chess Analyzed #6 | Leningrad Dutch Attack - 13 Min - GM Moulthun Le -
Analyzes a viewer's game, highlighting a powerful kingside attack from Black in the Leningrad Dutch. This video is excellent for learning practical attacking techniques.

GM Chess Analysis #46 My first Leningrad Dutch! Ravi vs Williams - 21 Min -
GM Simon Williams shares his first experience playing the Leningrad Dutch against Indian International Master Ravi. This personal account provides valuable insights and practical tips.

Dutch Defense, Leningrad - Standard chess #2 - 40 Min - ChessNetwork 
- After playing, I briefly review the game using the Stockfish chess engine.

The Fall of Leningrad | Tal vs Botvinnik 1960. | Game 19
 - 16 Min - Agadmator (Classic Game) - 
Agadmator analyzes the classic game between Tal and Botvinnik from the 1960 World Championship. This historic match showcases the Leningrad Dutch in a high-stakes setting, offering timeless lessons.