{"product_id":"tiwjakow-gokbulut-rock-solid-chess-tiviakov-gokbulut","title":"Tiwjakow\/Gokbulut: Rock Solid Chess - Tiviakov \u0026 Gokbulut","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaster Middlegame Strategy Through Pawn Structure Understanding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock Solid Chess by Sergei Tiviakov and Yulia Gokbulut offers a strategic foundation for players seeking to move beyond opening memorization and tactical puzzles. Tiviakov, a grandmaster with an exceptional record of 110 consecutive unbeaten games, draws on decades of Russian training and tournament experience to explain the principles that govern positional play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first volume of a three-part series focuses entirely on pawn structures—one of the most decisive factors in middlegame decision-making. Club players through grandmasters will find practical lessons and annotated examples that reveal how to evaluate positions, formulate plans, and navigate the complexities that arise once the opening concludes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is strategy instruction grounded in real games, not abstract theory. Tiviakov's teaching method combines deep positional knowledge with accessible explanation, making chess fundamentals tangible and immediately applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn pawn structure evaluation from a grandmaster unbeaten in 110 consecutive professional games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop middlegame understanding essential for tournament success beyond opening preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy strategic lessons drawn from Tiviakov's personal experience and worldwide coaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork through annotated examples and exercises suitable for all playing strengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess the foundation volume of a comprehensive three-book series on chess strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain insight into Russian chess school methodology and positional problem-solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor players ready to deepen their strategic comprehension and reduce reliance on opening theory alone, this volume provides the conceptual toolkit that separates consistent tournament performers from inconsistent ones.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this book focus on, and how does it fit into Tiviakov's larger work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRock Solid Chess Volume 1 concentrates on pawn structures as the core building block of middlegame strategy. It is the first of three volumes in Tiviakov's instructional series on chess strategy, with subsequent volumes addressing other strategic themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book suitable for my playing strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The examples and exercises are designed to benefit players at all levels, from club players to grandmasters. Tiviakov structures the material to be accessible yet deep enough to challenge advanced players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Tiviakov approach teaching strategy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRather than abstract principles, he draws from his own tournament games and coaching experience worldwide. The book combines annotated examples with exercises, making strategic concepts concrete and applicable to your own games.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New in Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58055985725822,"sku":"9789465470375","price":35.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/8415\/3664\/files\/rock-solid-chess-tiviakov-1000px.jpg?v=1789745629","url":"https:\/\/chess-tigers.de\/products\/tiwjakow-gokbulut-rock-solid-chess-tiviakov-gokbulut","provider":"Chess Tigers Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}