The Benko Gambit Explained

Pal Benko left the world of chess an enormous legacy. Not only was he
a formidable study composer, he also gave his name to the gambit line 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5. In this product, Erwin l’Ami guides you through the fascinating Benko Gambit. As early as move three Black starts a fight
for the initiative, a strategy that has proved to be successful in countless amateur and master level games.
Through model games l’Ami explains all topical lines of the Benko Gambit, occasionally asking the viewer interactive questions that help the viewer to grasp the ideas behind this opening. The exercises in this product will also surely be of help. Many top players followed in Benko’s footsteps, most notably Garry Kasparov, Veselin Topalov, and Magnus Carlsen. Will you be next?

• Video running time: 6 hours 30 min (English)
• With interactive training including video feedback
• Extra: Database with model games
• Bonus: Further Training chapter with repertoire and play features Show More