This opening took our resident master to International Master!Join #TeamScandi, and take the shortcut to a rock-solid game versus 1.e4!
Players who start with 1.e4 aim to overwhelm you with sharp tactics and aggressive play. But you only need three moves to build an iron-clad position.
After
1.e4 d5 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 Qd8!, we reach the
...Qd8 Scandinavian. Here, we enjoy a flawless structure, easy development, and chances to play for a win.
If you like the sound of that, then
International Master John Bartholomew is the man to turn to!
Over 15 years of playing experience and analysis guide you through the moves
You can't find a better hero for the Scandinavian Defense than IM Bartholomew. Not only did he earn the International Master title on the back of the reliable Scandi. But he's also it's biggest and most vocal supporter.
IM Bartholomew has been playing the Scandinavian Defense for over 15 years and counting - with
fantastic results.
He sports
a jaw-dropping score of 62.3% against strong players (average 2376 FIDE). Most recently, he won the
IM Not A GM Speed Chess Championships with 1...d5 on glorious display.
IM Bartholomew is at home with the Scandi. And with his help, you will be, too!
This course is a lightweight but complete repertoire against 1.e4 based around the 3...Qd8 variation, which is reliable, super-solid and easy to understand. In just
142 trainable variations, you will learn how to build a sound and comfortable position - whatever White throws your way.
And with
36 alternative lines, you will be less predictable and more dangerous against unprepared opponents.
Here are more reasons to love the ...Qd8 Scandinavian:
🗻 Clear roads to equality...
🗻 With plenty of ways to play for a WIN
🗻 Simple and easy-to-remember plans
🗻 Exciting and dynamic ideas (ex: pawn sacrifices, opposite-side castling)
🗻 Built to stand the test of timeI have checked John Bartholomew’s course against all White repertoires I am aware of (including big names such as GM Hammer and GM Kaufman). But this course goes deeper and has an answer for every single one. In the modern chess age... where an opening work rarely stands the test of time, John Bartholomew has written one that has stood for 4 years and counting. - SCVChess, 5-star review
If you're ready to cruise to a pleasant middlegame, then answer 1.e4 with 1...d5.
Start learning the IM John Bartholomew's ...Qd8 Scandinavian today!
