Jobava London According to Jobava – Part 2 GM Baadur Jobava Modern Chess (Rel 14-10-2024)

We are proud to present the much-anticipated Part 2 of the groundbreaking course on the Jobava London System, co-authored by GM Baadur Jobava and GM Pier Luigi Basso. This final installment completes the two-part series, offering players an unparalleled opportunity to learn directly from the creator of the system, as Jobava continues to reveal the deep secrets and nuances of his opening.

Why This Course is Unmissable

The Jobava London System has become a central part of Baadur Jobava’s chess career, serving as the battleground where his creativity shines. This opening allows players to transcend conventional opening theory and delve into positions where creativity, intuition, and understanding take center stage. Part 1 introduced you to the fundamentals and Jobava’s unique approach, and in Part 2, Jobava digs even deeper into his rich knowledge base, exploring advanced strategies that reflect his deep connection with the system.

As Jobava expresses:

“For a long time, I kept the Jobava London like a secret treasure, hesitant to reveal its full potential to the world. However, after many discussions and collaborations with Modern Chess and my friend GM Pier Luigi Basso, I felt that it was finally time to share my insights and the true essence of this beautiful system.”

This course offers a rare glimpse into the mind of the innovator himself, helping you gain a profound understanding of the true spirit of the Jobava London.

What You Can Expect in Part 2

The starting position of this course arises after 1.d4 Nf6 3.Nc3 d5 4.Bf4

In this database, the authors will continue the journey, and we will focus on two very important lines : 3…e6 and 3…a6.

Course Structure

The course is divided into four major units, each designed to ensure you achieve both a conceptual and practical mastery of the Jobava London.

1. Advanced Overview
   Every unit begins with a deeper overview of the theoretical structures and the practical strategies you’ll need to employ. Part 2 places special emphasis on move orders and subtle transpositions, ensuring you can navigate your way through even the most challenging positions.
2. Jobava’s Model Games
   Jobava shares more of his key games, demonstrating how he handles the opening in various scenarios and against different levels of competition. These games serve as invaluable examples of how to put theory into practice.
3. In-Depth Theoretical Exploration
   Part 2 expands the scope of theory beyond what was covered in the initial course.
4. Training Games with Commentary
   In Part 2, GM Baadur Jobava plays three rapid training games with GM Alexey Dreev and three games with co-author GM Pier Luigi Basso. These games are live-streamed and fully annotated, providing unique insights into how Jobava refines his strategic ideas against top-level opposition. This offers you a rare opportunity to observe his real-time thought process and adjustments over the board.

Final Unit: The Ultimate Theoretical Dive

The final unit in Part 2 is entirely dedicated to advanced theoretical coverage. Jobava thoroughly breaks down complex variations and sidelines that can make all the difference in competitive play. You’ll get a complete roadmap to handle the Jobava London in both classical and rapid formats, ensuring you are prepared for any challenge.