Solidly built against the advance variation in the French

The advance variation 3.e5 against the French Defense is a welcome guest in today's tournament practice. White immediately takes up space and tries to limit the opponent's activity and put his stamp on the game with energetic moves. The style of play presented ensures that Black has sufficient counterplay to counteract the opponent's intentions. The queen's wing is usually sealed off with the pawn move c5-c4 and this structure offers the player who moves second a reliable and solid game. The duo Luther/Jordan explain in an entertaining way which strategies and options are available to him.