This page documents the evolution of my repertoire as I advance in rating and experience. I focus on a specific set of active and reliable systems that are not widely used, so their in-depth understanding could give an advantage.
For the white pieces, I explore the London System, Vienna Game and the imbalances created by the Trompowsky Attack.
When playing black, my focus shifts against 1. e4 on the solid Caro-Kann defense. Against 1. d4, I study the Queen's Gambit Slav and the King's Indian Defense.
By concentrating on these selected systems, I am improving my understanding of pawn structures and middlegame plans. I try to refine these setups, learn from my mistakes, and progressively master these paths to victory.
English Opening (1. c4)
STERREN, Paul Van der, 2009. FCO: Fundamental Chess Openings. Gambit Publications. ISBN 978-1-906454-13-5.