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This Yearbook 121: Chess Opening News is a hardcover issue of the respected New In Chess Yearbook series, bringing together current opening theory, practical novelties and training material for players who want to stay close to modern chess practice.
What this issue covers
Issue 121 focuses on the openings that matter in serious study and tournament preparation. It collects new analyses, fresh ideas and practical updates from contemporary opening play, with material aimed at players, trainers and ambitious club members who want to build or refine a working repertoire.
The issue also features articles by Joel Benjamin, Alexey Kuzmin and Glenn Flear. In addition to opening analysis, it includes book reviews, giving you a broader look at current opening literature.
Opening range
The coverage spans a wide selection of systems after 1.e4 and 1.d4, so it can support both White repertoire work and Black preparation.
That range makes it useful if you prefer to study openings through up-to-date material rather than relying only on general manuals. It is designed for readers who want to see how theory develops in specific lines and how those ideas are applied in practice.
Training value
One of the strongest features of this issue is its training section, which includes more than 75 practical opening exercises. These positions help you test your understanding of typical ideas, plans and moves, so the book is not just for reading but also for active study.
The hardcover binding makes it a practical choice for regular use at your desk and a lasting addition to a chess library.
Key details
- Product type: hardcover chess opening book
- Series: New In Chess Yearbook
- Issue: 121
- Focus: chess opening theory and practical tournament use
- Content: new analyses, fresh ideas and practical opening novelties
- Exercises: more than 75 practical opening exercises
- Frequency: published four times a year
- Authors: Joel Benjamin, Alexey Kuzmin and Glenn Flear
Tangible precision
Each move strengthens curiosity, concentration, and self-confidence.

