Bishop's Opening: 2... d6!?

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Opening Overview: Bishop's Opening: 2... d6!?

By playing d6, the player enters the Bishop's Opening: 2... d6!?, a system within the Bishop's Opening complex. Instead of the usual b5, the player opts for d6. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move solidifies the center without committing. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 44% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of Bishop's Opening: 2... d6!?:
+1.13 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Bishop's Opening: 2... d6!?

  • ECO Code: C23
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 22%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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