1. e4 - The Lazy Way

How much opening prep is really necessary – especially in blitz and rapid games? Inspired by my coach Chebanenko, I continue the idea of a “lazy” but smart repertoire: minimal theory, rich ideas, and easy-to-remember structures.
In this second volume, we explore practical setups for White after 1. e4. Against 1... e5, I skip the overloaded Italian Game and recommend flexible systems with d3. Versus the Caro-Kann, the modest-looking 2. Nf3 followed by 3. d3 has become my favourite – and one of the most annoying for Caro-Kann players!
Against the Sicilian, I advocate for setups echoing the Closed Sicilian – strategic and easy to learn. The French is met with the classic King’s Indian Attack, focusing on lines with Nbd2.
Video running time: 3 hours 15 minutes (English)
The product contains an activation key for:

- ChessBase training App (Download and installation for Windows and Mac) - ChessBase-Books (Online version for web browsers) - Video stream for iPad, tablet, PC etc. in the ChessBase video portal
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These systems are not just practical – they’re played by Magnus Carlsen himself. Let’s learn to play smart, not hard.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

App for Windows: Windows-PC, Windows 10 or 11 and Internet App for Mac: Mac OS X and internet ChessBase books: Computer (iPad, Tablet, PC etc.), current browser, internet ChessBase video stream: Computer (iPad, Tablet, PC etc.), current browser, internet
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