Fritz Trainer: Closed Sicilian w/Andrew Martin

The Closed Sicilian. Easy Plans. Kingside Attacks. No Sharp Theory Required.

If you play 1.e4 but don't have the time or inclination to memorize the vast theory of the Open Sicilian, the Closed Sicilian is your answer. IM Andrew Martin makes a compelling case: the Closed Sicilian offers White a set of easy-to-understand plans, genuine kingside attacking chances, and little danger of being outgunned by tactics in the opening.

What This Course Covers (5 hours):

• Main lines of the Closed Sicilian — a practical, recommended system for White
• 2.d3 with c2-c3 — an extra option that adds flexibility and variety
• 2.Be2!? — the unexpected reversed Dutch approach, catching Sicilian players completely off guard
• All three weapons have distinct merit — together they form a dangerous arsenal for club players

The Closed Sicilian remains a solid and promising option for White — avoiding sharp theory while guaranteeing a complicated middlegame with plenty of winning chances.

A Fritz Trainer video course — 5 hours of practical White instruction against the Sicilian Defence.

Beat the Sicilian without memorizing theory. The Closed Sicilian — easy plans, real winning chances.