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The London System

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The weapon of choice for players who win with structure, not tricks.

A solid, strategic opening system for White starting with 1.d4 and 2.Bf4. Known for its reliability, ease of learning, and hidden attacking potential.

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  • ◆Develop the dark-squared bishop BEFORE playing e3
  • ◆Build a solid pyramid with d4 + e3
  • ◆Aim both bishops at Black's kingside
  • ◆Use Ne5 as a powerful outpost
  • ◆Attack with f4-f5 pawn storm
  • ◆The Bg3 retreat opens the h-file after Bxg3 hxg3

“Let us master this.”

Played by
Gata Kamsky,Magnus Carlsen (occasionally),Eric Rosen,Rapport Richard

Learning Path

20 lessons

Master Games

2 games