English Opening According to Eljanov – Complete Repertoire for White after 1.c4 e5 May 3, 2025 + PGN

We are proud to present the first part of an exciting new series by elite Grandmaster Pavel Eljanov – English Opening According to Eljanov. This course provides a complete and practical repertoire for White after 1.c4 e5, the so-called Reversed Sicilian—widely considered the most challenging response to the English Opening.

Why This Course?

The starting point of Eljanov’s repertoire is 1.c4 e5 2.Nc3, which he considers objectively the strongest move for White. By delaying g3 and instead opting for Nc3, White avoids allowing Black to easily challenge the center with the common idea …c6 followed by …d5. The result? A rich, flexible, and ambitious setup that gives White lasting pressure and avoids early simplifications.

What Makes This Repertoire Special?

• 🔍 Elite-level insights from one of the most experienced top GMs in the world

• 🧭 Fresh, unexplored directions that sidestep heavy theoretical battles

• ♟️ Balance between modern ideas and classical positional foundations

• 💡 Extremely practical—designed to put your opponent under pressure and steer the game into positions where understanding trumps memorization

Whether you’re looking to play for a win against …e5 setups or seeking a universal weapon with 1.c4, this course offers the tools you need to navigate the English with confidence and clarity.

Course Content

• ✅ 10 deeply analyzed theoretical chapters

• ✅ 1 bonus chapter with valuable additional material

• ✅ 20 interactive test positions to test your understanding

• ✅ Memory Booster to reinforce key ideas

• ✅ Full Video Version featuring GM Eljanov’s explanations

This is Part 1 of a 4-part English Opening series, so stay tuned—more is coming!

🎓 Master the Reversed Sicilian with the guidance of GM Eljanov and elevate your 1.c4 repertoire to a new level.