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SCOMARMTCV60
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Master the Cozio Variation in 60 Minutes
download, ChessBase, 1. edition 2025
From the series »60 Minutes«
Master the Cozio Variation A Hidden Gem in the Ruy Lopez Looking for a solid yet surprising response to the Ruy Lopez? The Cozio Variation (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 Nge7!?) is an underrated weapon that takes White out of well-known theory.
Why Play the Cozio Variation?
- Unfamiliar Territory Most White players won’t be prepared for this rare knight manoeuvre.
- Prevents the Exchange Variation White cannot immediately swap pieces with Bxc6.
- Dynamic Piece Play Despite blocking the f8-bishop temporarily, Black develops harmoniously and actively.
What You'll Learn
- Key Plans & Ideas Understand how Black’s setup unfolds without compromising flexibility.
- Best Responses to White’s Setups Be ready for all major continuations that White might try.
- Strategic & Tactical Themes Learn when to strike and how to navigate middlegame complexities.
Your Guide: IM Andrew Martin. In this brand-new 60-minute video course, International Master Andrew Martin takes you step by step through the Cozio Variation, arming you with a reliable, yet little-known sideline to surprise your opponents and strengthen your repertoire. Take control in the Ruy Lopez add the Cozio Variation to your arsenal today!
Why Play the Cozio Variation?
- Unfamiliar Territory Most White players won’t be prepared for this rare knight manoeuvre.
- Prevents the Exchange Variation White cannot immediately swap pieces with Bxc6.
- Dynamic Piece Play Despite blocking the f8-bishop temporarily, Black develops harmoniously and actively.
What You'll Learn
- Key Plans & Ideas Understand how Black’s setup unfolds without compromising flexibility.
- Best Responses to White’s Setups Be ready for all major continuations that White might try.
- Strategic & Tactical Themes Learn when to strike and how to navigate middlegame complexities.
Your Guide: IM Andrew Martin. In this brand-new 60-minute video course, International Master Andrew Martin takes you step by step through the Cozio Variation, arming you with a reliable, yet little-known sideline to surprise your opponents and strengthen your repertoire. Take control in the Ruy Lopez add the Cozio Variation to your arsenal today!
| Weight | 100 g |
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| Year of Publication | 2025 |
| Author | Andrew Martin |
| Series | 60 Minutes |
| Language | English |
| Edition | 1 |
| Binding | download |
| Name | ChessBase GmbH |
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Master the Cozio Variation
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 Nge7
Introduction
4.0-0 Ng6 5.c3 d6 6.d4 Bd7 7.d5: Westerinen vs Larsen
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.Nxc6 bxc6 8.Bd3: Smirnov vs Artemiev
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.Nf5: Myagmarsuren vs Bardyk
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.c3: Gourav vs Ghosh
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Nxc6 bxc6 7.Bc4 Nd5: Abdumalik vs Gretarsson
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Qe2 Be6: Vishnu vs Motylev
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Qa4 Qd5: Fraser vs Steinitz
3...a6 4.Ba4 Nge7 5.d3 g6 6.Nbd2 Bg7 7.c3 0-0: Skawinski vs Papp
3...a6 4.Ba4 Nge7 5.d3 g6 6.Bg5 Bg7 7.Nc3 h6: Galiana Salom vs Rasmussen
4.Nc3 Ng6 5.h4 Nd4 6.Bc4 h5 7.Ng5 d5: Anand vs Mamedyarov
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Be3 0-0 8.0-0 d6: Ross vs Benjamin
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Nde2 0-0: Mazi vs Brkic
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Be3 0-0 8.Qd2 d6: Muminova vs Harika
Conclusion
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 Nge7
Introduction
4.0-0 Ng6 5.c3 d6 6.d4 Bd7 7.d5: Westerinen vs Larsen
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.Nxc6 bxc6 8.Bd3: Smirnov vs Artemiev
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.Nf5: Myagmarsuren vs Bardyk
4.0-0 Ng6 5.d4 exd4 6.Nxd4 Bc5 7.c3: Gourav vs Ghosh
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Nxc6 bxc6 7.Bc4 Nd5: Abdumalik vs Gretarsson
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Qe2 Be6: Vishnu vs Motylev
4.c3 d5 5.Nxe5 dxe4 6.Qa4 Qd5: Fraser vs Steinitz
3...a6 4.Ba4 Nge7 5.d3 g6 6.Nbd2 Bg7 7.c3 0-0: Skawinski vs Papp
3...a6 4.Ba4 Nge7 5.d3 g6 6.Bg5 Bg7 7.Nc3 h6: Galiana Salom vs Rasmussen
4.Nc3 Ng6 5.h4 Nd4 6.Bc4 h5 7.Ng5 d5: Anand vs Mamedyarov
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Be3 0-0 8.0-0 d6: Ross vs Benjamin
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Nde2 0-0: Mazi vs Brkic
4.d4 exd4 5.Nxd4 g6 6.Nc3 Bg7 7.Be3 0-0 8.Qd2 d6: Muminova vs Harika
Conclusion
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