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The Benoni Defense: Snail Variation (A43) is a notable Benoni Defense variation, marked by the move Na6. Traditionally favored by Mikhail Tal, this system emphasizes imbalanced structures.
Strategic Context: Instead of the standard Nf6, the player opts for Na6. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move improves the Knight's scope. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.
Next Steps: Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +1.01), with a high probability of a draw.
Also known as: Benoni Defense, Jaffe's Folly, Snail Variation, Benoni, Snail Variation, Benoni
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