Benko Opening

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Opening Overview: Benko Opening

"Instead of the usual f5, the player opts for e5. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move exerts pressure on d4 and f4."

The move e5 signals the Benko Opening, 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 33%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.87.

Stockfish Analysis of Benko Opening:
+0.87 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Benko Opening

  • ECO Code: A00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 42% / B: 25%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: None
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