Dive into an engaging video tutorial on the Scotch Opening, tailored for chess players with a rating of 1000+ Elo. Learn from Amruta Mokal, a former under-16 national champion and seven-time National A player, as she shares her aggressive and direct approach to this opening. Explore inspirational games featuring various lines and responses, including 4...Bc5 6.Nb5!?, 4...Nf6, and 4...Qh4?!. Gain insights into common tactics, potential blunders, and effective strategies through analysis of multiple games. Benefit from a comprehensive summary and final thoughts to solidify your understanding of this dynamic opening. Perfect for intermediate players looking to expand their repertoire with a more aggressive alternative to the Ruy Lopez and Italian openings.
Openings for 1000+ Elo Players - Scotch Opening - Short Inspirational Games - Amruta Mokal
Overview
Syllabus
- Stream begins.
- Intro to Scotch.
- vs Nimmy George (4...Bc5 6.Nb5!?).
- vs Selim (4...Bc5 6.Nb5!?).
- vs Janhvi (4...Bc5 6.Nb5!?).
- vs DK Sharma (6.Nb5!? 8...Qe5).
- vs Inchara (4...Bc5 blunder line).
- vs Amrita (4...Nxd4?!).
- vs Vinodananda (4...Bc5 and then taking on d4).
- vs Kloub (4...Nf6 6...Qe7).
- vs Ameyya (4...Nf6 6...Nd5).
- short discussion on 4...Bb4+ Bc5).
- vs Sannath (4...Bc5, 5...Bb6?!).
- vs Anjali (4...Bc5 5.c3 Qf6).
- vs Abhishek (4...Bc5 5.c3 Qf6).
- Summary.
- 4...Qh4?!.
- Final words.
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