The Gligoric Variation aims to strangle the opponent in a positional vice. Its most prominent feature is solidity. In many games White wins without having to calculate much.

The Gligoric is one of the most fireproof approaches against the King´s Indian. Indicatively, it was Karpov´s weapon of choice against Kasparov in their legendary matches. Perhaps it is the best way to keep the opponent at bay while still preserving fair winning chances.

The authors focus on typical positions and methods of handling them, which is essential for the Gligoric System.

248 Seiten, kartoniert, englisch, 1. Auflage 2020