Barnes Opening, 1... e5

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Opening Overview: Barnes Opening, 1... e5

"This line follows the main path of the Barnes Opening. This move exerts pressure on d4 and f4."

The move e5 signals the Barnes Opening, 1... e5, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Plans should focus on how to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 37%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.70.

Also known as: Gedult's Opening

Stockfish Analysis of Barnes Opening, 1... e5:
+0.70 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Barnes Opening, 1... e5

  • ECO Code: A00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 25%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: Gedult's Opening
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