Sicilian Scheveningen Part VI (Classical Variation)

11 Be3



Covers the open g1-a7 diagonal, particularly d4.
Please observe how the bishop cannot be
attacked by ... Ng4, thanks to White's
early grip of d1-h5 (6 Be2).

11 h3
11 Bf3
11 Nb3
11 Nxc6
11 Qd2
11 Qd3
11 Rb1

11 ... Re8



Even though there are several pieces between
the rook and unprotected e3 bishop, Black
still takes a shot at it. Should the e-file
open up too soon, the bishop is a goner.
In any event, the rook is well-placed to
influence affairs down that center lane.
Furthermore, it makes f8 available to the
bishop for defense of the kingside.

11 ... e5
11 ... Bd7
11 ... Kh8
11 ... Na5
11 ... Nb4
11 ... Nd7
11 ... Nxd4
11 ... Qa5
11 ... Rb8
11 ... Rd8