In a mind-blowing 10 hours of openings training, IM Ratkovic breaks down his repertoire in plain language and arms you with the favorite opening of 11 world champions…the Slav Defense!
Renowned coach IM Milovan Ratkovic reveals…
Everything you need to make white question why he EVER dared to play 1.d4 against you!
It’s no secret that black is supposed to “equalize” before even attempting to get an advantage in the opening, but in the age of powerful AI-based chess computers, this has changed…
IM Milovan Ratkovic has distilled a powerful repertoire vs 1.d4 and to my utter shock…black emerges at least equal (often better) in EVERY line!
In a mind-blowing 10 hours of openings training, IM Ratkovic breaks down his repertoire in plain language and arms you with the favorite opening of 11 world champions… the Slav Defense!
1.d4 d5 2.c4 c6!
Black keeps it simple (for now) and adapts with aggression based on how white develops.
3 Reasons to Switch to IM Ratkovic’s Slav Defense Today!
- All Lines Lead to Equality or Black Advantage! This is RARE in modern chess… where black essentially shuts down white from the beginning. IM Ratkovic has dug up lines that will serve as deadly weapons in your toughest tournaments.
- All Lines are Verified by Strong Computer Analysis! There’s nothing worse than being caught in an opening trap – all of IM Ratkovic’s lines have been proven airtight by monstrously strong computers and all analysis is included in your PGN file for easy reference.
- VERY Easy to Remember the Lines! Despite being 100% computer checked, your opening lines are NOT mindbogglingly complicated like most computer lines. They’re similar and simple, but also sharp and great for attacking!
Everything you need to make white question why he EVER dared to play 1.d4 against you!
Interested? Let me help you get started.
Interested? Let me help you get started.
What’s included?
Slav Defense Mastermind with IM Milovan Ratkovic – video course [10 hours 17 minutes]
In a mind-blowing 10 hours of openings training, IM Ratkovic breaks down his repertoire in plain language and arms you with the favorite opening of 11 world champions…the Slav Defense!
Complete set of PGNs
Downloadable, complete set of PGNs of everything covered so that you can analyze it at your own pace and convenience. A must-have treasure chest for any serious player.
Access to Practicum
Train the important attacking motifs with a set of specifically designed tasks and challenges. The practical part is an important element of the course.
Contents
Chapter 1 Exchange Variation 1
Chapter 2 Exchange Variation 2
Chapter 3 Exchange Variation 3
Chapter 4 Exchange Variation 4
Chapter 5 Cambridge Springs Variation 1
Chapter 6 Cambridge Springs Variation 2
Chapter 7 Cambridge Springs Variation 3
Chapter 8 Meran Variation 1
Chapter 9 Meran Variation 2
Chapter 10 Meran Variation 3
Chapter 11 Quiet Variation 1
Chapter 12 Quiet Variation 2
Chapter 13 Quiet Variation 3
Chapter 14 Semi-Slav 1
Chapter 15 Semi-Slav 2
Chapter 16 Stoltz Variation-7.Bd3 or Be2
Chapter 17 Stoltz Variation – Shabalov Attack
Chapter 18 Stoltz Variation-7.b3
Chapter 19 Stoltz Variation-7.e4 and Bd2
Chapter 20 Stoltz Variation- Games
Chapter 21 Other Lines 1
Chapter 22 Other Lines 2
Chapter 23 Other Lines 3
Chapter 24 Other Lines 4
Chapter 25 Other Lines 5
About the Author:
IM Milovan Ratkovic (FIDE 2411)
is a Serbian International Master and chess coach. Some of his top students were able to reach 2400 and 2300 Elo respectively. IM Ratkovic is an active tournament player and one of his near-future goals is obtaining the Grandmaster title.
