Dominating Closed Positions with GM Mikhalevski

Dominating Closed Positions with GM Mikhalevski Closed position is perhaps one of the most complex types of positions at chess. Many amateur players choose to stay away from those positions simply because it appears crowded, over-complicated and plain unfriendly. A majority of club players have difficulty coming up with a game plan and gain the initiative in such positions. And that’s not surprising. Most materials teach us how to play the open positions. It is indeed important.  However, a good understanding of closed positions is as important, if not more important, because it’s where most amateurs struggle. Closed positions are an Achilles’ heel for many chess players. Those players label it “inferior” and prepare for a long-lasting defensive struggle. No surprise the game, oftentimes, ends not in their favor. They simply shrug their shoulders and complain “a closed position, very tough game”. Sounds Familiar? You are not alone. Many club players are in the same boat of not knowing