The Closed Sicilian Chess OpeningFor players who lack either the time or inclination to study reams of opening theory, the Closed Sicilian (1.e4 c5 2.Nc3 followed by 3.g3) isan excellent choice. The two great exponents of this method of playwere World Champions Vassily Smyslov and Boris Spassky. These days it'sthe top English Grandmasters Michael Adams and Nigel Short who are itsleading exponents.During the early stages White quietly builds up his strong centralfortifications and gains space on the Kingside. Despite the quietappearance of this plan, in the middle game this can lead to aferocious onslaught against Black's King.On this DVD Nigel Davies introduces the viewer to the differentstrategies and variations through a series of instructive games. Hispresentation caters mainly for players who wish to play White, but healso points out the best methods of defense for Black. This makes itessential viewing for players wishing to adopt either color.Video running time: 4.5 hours.System r