Opening course · A09 to A14
Learn the Réti Opening
The Réti Opening starts with 1.Nf3 d5 2.c4 e6 3.g3 Nf6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.O-O O-O 6.b3 c5. Knight and c-pawn against d5, two bishops on long diagonals and a centre you open when you choose.
- You play White
- For club players
- Rated about 1200 to 2700
What you will learn
- 1 The idea 3 steps
- 2 Main line 14 steps
- 3 Key variations 5 steps
- 4 Traps 3 steps
- 5 Plans and middlegames 4 steps
- 6 Test yourself 9 steps
Key ideas
- Nf3 and c4 hit d5.
- Bishops on g2 and b2.
- Castle, then cxd5 and d4.
Traps you will see
- The knight sent home Set by Black
- The blocked bishop Set by Black
- A bishop for nothing Set by Black
Model games
- Mikhail Tal Ludek Pachman Sarajevo · 1966
- Mikhail Tal Valerij Zhuravliov Kharkov · 1967
Questions
Is the Réti Opening good for beginners?
It suits club players from about 1200 to 2700. Beginners can follow the course, but some lines need care.
What are the first moves of the Réti Opening?
1.Nf3 d5 2.c4 e6 3.g3 Nf6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.O-O O-O 6.b3 c5.
How long is the course?
6 chapters with 38 steps, each played out on the board with your coach.
Which traps does the course cover?
- The knight sent home
- The blocked bishop
- A bishop for nothing