The "Killer Dutch" is not for the faint of heart. It is a "do or die" opening designed for players who want to attack the King immediately.
While the original was a ground-breaking deep dive, the 2022 update provides essential modernization for players facing , 1.c4 , and 1.Nf3 .
: Williams addresses new engine-backed challenges that have emerged since the first edition, particularly in the critical mainlines. A "One-System" Answer : The repertoire focuses on using against nearly everything except , allowing for a cohesive, aggressive setup.
: Players at the club level often fear sidelines like the London System , Colle , or Staunton Gambit . This book provides specific, updated plans to neutralize these common responses.
GM Simon Williams, known to many as the has officially revamped his legendary Dutch repertoire with the Opening Repertoire: The Killer Dutch Rebooted (2022).