The Botvinnik System is a solid opening choice for White that is easy to learn. We also discuss system openings generally and how they can benefit club players with limited study time. **Errata: In the episode at 23:31, it should be 8. d3, not e3. Please refer to the .pgn below.Chapters:(00:00) - Intro(00:37) - System Opening Benefits(15:54) - Botvinnik System(24:26) - OutroReferenced:Silman ArticleChess Openings: How to Play the English Opening! (YouTube)Win with The Botvinnik System in The English Opening (YouTube)Ep. 37: The London System for Club PlayersBotvinnik System Main Line: 1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. g3 g6 4. Bg2 Bg7 5. e4 Nf6 6. Nge2 O-O 7. O-O d6 8. d3 Ne8 ? Support the Show: Patreon Buy Me a Coffee? If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com.? Our links:WebsiteTwitter (X)YouTube