Fritztrainer
| OPENING
Silence the Sicilian - Win with the Alapin Variation (2.c3)
Svitlana Demchenko
The Alapin Variation (1.e4 c5 2.c3) offers a simple yet highly effective solution to all major Sicilian lines, by sidestepping them with 2.c3.
This variation allows for logical piece development, early central control, and positions that are far easier to handle than the deeply theoretical Open Sicilian. Solid yet flexible, the Alapin is also surprisingly aggressive and gives you many practical chances to outplay your opponent.
In this course, you’ll get:
• Clear theory files and structured explanations • Instructive model games to understand typical plans
• Interactive tactics and practice positions to build confidence Take the fight to your opponent – and silence the Sicilian – by mastering the Alapin.
Extensive training content and interactive exercises in ChessBase Books: Replay critical positions, solve exercises & test your knowledge with the opening trainer.
