Learn The Sicilian Rossolimo And Moscow Variations
How do top GMs avoid the Open Sicilian?
When Grandmasters play 1.e4, but want to avoid the sharp Open Sicilian, they mostly rely on an early Bb5 move, the Rossolimo and Moscow Variations. This is a great way to get a more strategic fighting game, avoiding the sharp play of the Open Sicilian.
- Learn the common plans for both sides.
- Practice common tactics.
- Check out how Magnus Carlsen played against the Rossolimo Variation.