The Black Lion - an aggressive version of the Philidor Defense Schachtrainer Wijk aan Zee

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Dutch Defence

but can it be effective at GM level

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The Black Lion - an aggressive version of the Philidor Defense Schachtrainer Wijk aan ZeeAre you looking for an interesting, exciting, aggressive and flexible opening against 1. e4!? Then the Black Lion is just right for you! After 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 e5 4. Nf3 Nbd7 5. Bc4 Be7 6. 00 c6 the lion wants to roar and Black has the plan to attack with an early g5. This opening, which was championed mainly by Dutch amateur players Jerry van Rekom and Leo Jansen, is now played by grandmasters. Grandmaster Simon Williams recommends an easy