Drawing exclusively from the games of Anatoly Karpov, the world champion known for his “boa constrictor” style, this document moves away from flashy sacrifices and instead teaches , piece coordination , and slow-burning strategic plans .
“I can play Nxe6? No, that drops a piece. Maybe f4-f5?”
White has a pawn on e5, Black on e6. White’s knight on d4, bishop on b2. Anatoly Karpov - Find The Right Plan.pdf
IV. Theoretical Contributions and Opening Repertoire
In Find the Right Plan , Karpov and Matsukevich suggest evaluating any given position by breaking it down into these seven structural principles: What is the balance of forces? Drawing exclusively from the games of Anatoly Karpov,
Karpov vs Kasparov, 1985 (Game 9) – Turning a small structural edge into a full point.
This is what truly separated Karpov from his peers. When it is your turn, do not just ask, "What is my plan?" Ask, "What does my opponent want to do if I pass my turn?" By systematically eliminating the opponent's active choices, you force them into a passive defense, making your own ultimate victory much easier to achieve. A Classic Blueprint: Karpov vs. Unzicker (Nice, 1974) Maybe f4-f5
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The search query represents one of the most highly sought-after digital resources for intermediate and advanced chess players looking to master positional strategy. Co-authored by the 12th World Chess Champion Anatoly Karpov and master analyst Anatoly Matsukevich, the book Find the Right Plan with Anatoly Karpov serves as a definitive structural guide to middlegame planning.