The Tarrasch Counter-Gambit – Top-Level Repertoire for Black April 17, 2025

♟️ The Tarrasch Counter-Gambit – Top-Level Repertoire for Black

by GM S.P. Sethuraman

We’re excited to present a brand-new course by GM S.P. Sethuraman, offering a powerful and modern repertoire for Black based on the bold and dynamic Tarrasch Counter-Gambit — 1.d4 d5 2.c4 c5.

In this repertoire, GM Sethuraman explores a rare but aggressive response to the Queen’s Gambit. The move 2…c5 immediately challenges White’s center and offers Black a fast track to unbalanced positions filled with counterplay, initiative, and surprise value. The Tarrasch Counter-Gambit has gained new momentum in recent years, with elite players like Hikaru Nakamura, Vladimir Fedoseev, and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov using it across all formats.

Additionally, the course covers the move order 1.d4 d5 2.Nf3 c5, which serves as a flexible weapon to sidestep theory and reach original, double-edged positions. This setup is ideal for players who like to fight for all three results.

As always, GM Sethuraman focuses on clarity, practicality, and aggressive solutions that are easy to understand and hard to face.

🧠 What’s Inside?

✅ 6 Theoretical Chapters – Clear, principled coverage of all major lines and sidelines
✅ 3 Model Games – Annotated by the author to showcase typical plans and dynamics
✅ 20 Interactive Test Positions – Practice what you’ve learned and train decision-making
✅ Memory Booster – Summarizes key ideas for fast recall and game-day confidence

Whether you’re already a fan of sharp openings or just looking to enrich your Black repertoire with a weapon your opponents won’t be ready for, this course is a must-study.