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| MIDDLEGAME
Middlegame Secrets Vol.2
Jan Markos
Let us explore together how the rooks should enter the game in the early middlegame, how they operate on open files and how they sometimes join a deadly attack, being transferred in front of the pawn chain and many more topics!
This series will show you in great detail the specific qualities of each chess piece, so that you can maximize their effectiveness and thus improve your game. Everyone knows that a rook is dangerous on the 7th rank, and that it belongs behind the pawn. However, there is so much more to learn about this inconspicuous piece! Let us explore together how the rooks should enter the game in the early middlegame, how they operate on open files and how they sometimes join a deadly attack, being transferred in front of the pawn chain. We will also discuss the cooperation of the rooks and many more topics.
• Video running time: 5 hours
• Extra: Additional database with exercises
• Training with ChessBase apps – Play key positions against Fritz on various levels
Contents
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The rooks are stronger than minor pieces when playing on the edge of the board
3
Get your rooks active as quickly as possible
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Open file in a quiet position
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The file which is further away from the king is usually the correct one I
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The file which is further away from the king is usually the correct one II
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Attack on the g- and h-file
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Doubled pawns are vulnerable to exchanges
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Opening a second flank
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Key factors for a successful attack on the 7th rank
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Typical defender mistakes
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Losing track of strategical goals in tactical positions
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Opposite coloured Bishops/Material Imbalances/Central Majority
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Passed Pawn/King position
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Transfer to a different wing
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Transfer to attack a weakness I
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Transfer to attack a weakness II
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Transfer to attack a weakness III
