Description
The Surprising 3.d3 Against the Caro-Kann (Download)
by Fabien Libiszewski
Revolutionize your approach to the Caro-Kann Defense chess opening with this unique guide. We boldly confront the Caro-Kann Defense with the upcoming move 1.e4 c6 2.Nf3 d5 3.d3!? With this highly strategic choice, we disrupt Black’s typical patterns and comfort zones and enter an early endgame full of chances for you. This line, championed by the AI phenomenon Leela Zero, has been embraced by top-level players including Carlsen, Vachier-Lagrave, Nepomniachtchi, Firouzja, Giri, and many more.
In this Fritztrainer, you will learn how to handle the resulting endgame after 3... dxe4 4.dxe4 Qxd1+ 5.Kxd1, discover the intricacies of exchanges and pawn structures to maximize your advantage. Moreover, you will develop a deep understanding of the positions and learn to outmaneuver your opponent’s other 3rd moves just as well as the endgame without countless theoretical lines, creating a comprehensive repertoire. Get ready to conquer the board and have fun against the Caro-Kann.
Video running time: 3 h 25 minutes
With interactive training including video feedback
Extra: Training with ChessBase apps – Memorize the opening repertoire and play key positions against Fritz on various levels
System: Windows 10 or higher, Mac OS X (only download)
Contents
- Introduction
- Model Games
- Anderson - Tempone
- Anderson - Franco Ocampos
- Carlsen - Ostmoe
- Theory
- 1.e4 c6 2.Nf3 d5 3.d3
- 3... Nf6 and 3... e6
- 3... g6
- 3... Qc7 and 3... Nd7
- 3...Bg4 4.h3 Bxf3
- 3...Bg4 4.h3 Bh5
- Endgame after 3...dxe4 4.dxe4 Qxe1 5.Kxe1 Bg4
- Endgame after 3...dxe4 4.dxe4 Qxe1 5.Kxe1 Nf6
- Conclusion
- Exercises
- Exercise 1
- Exercise 2
- Exercise 3
- Exercise 4
- Exercise 5
- Exercise 6
- Exercise 7
- Exercise 8
- Exercise 9
- Exercise 10
- Exercise 11
- Practice Positions
- Position 1 (3...g6 Variation)
- Position 2 (3...Nbd7 Variation)
- Position 3 (3...Qc7 Variation)
- Position 4 (3...Qc7 Variation)
- Position 5 (3...dxe4 Endgame Variation)
- Position 6 (3...dxe4 Endgame with 5...Bg4 Variation)
- Position 7 (3...dxe4 Endgame with 5...Bg4 Variation)
- Repertoire Training
- Description
- 3...Bg4
- 3...dxe4 Endgame
- 3rd move alternatives