The wicked Veresov Attack SN_required false It's all about the specifics

It's all about the specifics and being alert to what the opponent is doing

A couple of technical mistakes he points out include a lack of understanding of the tremendous importance controlling the center makes as well as knowing what features in a position should be present in order for an attack to be likely to work

This study is crucial for a good understanding of chess

Steve Giddins is a FIDE Master and a former editor of British Chess Magazine

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The wicked Veresov Attack SN_required false It's all about the specificsThe Veresov System (1. d4 Nf6 2. Nc3 d5 3. Bg5) is less frequently played and less well known than other queen pawn openings such as the Trompowsky Attack, the Torre Attack or the London System. This makes it a dangerous weapon in the right hands. Many opponents are simply not prepared for it. The Veresov System is an attacking opening in which White develops his minor pieces quickly in order to then open the position with effective pawn advances.