Dutch Defense: Fianchetto Attack

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Opening Overview: Dutch Defense: Fianchetto Attack

By playing g3, the player enters the Dutch Defense: Fianchetto Attack, a setup within the Dutch Defense complex. Instead of the usual Qd3, the player opts for g3. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move strengthens the long diagonal control.

Key Plans

  • Control the center.

From here, play typically proceeds with e6 or Nf6, leading into the Dutch. Data analysis shows a 37% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Dutch: 2.g3, Dutch Indian; Leningrad Variation, Dutch; A81, Dutch defence

Stockfish Analysis of Dutch Defense: Fianchetto Attack:
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Technical Details for Dutch Defense: Fianchetto Attack

  • ECO Code: A81
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: Dutch: 2.g3, Dutch Indian; Leningrad Variation, Dutch; A81, Dutch defence, Dutch Indian; Leningrad Variation, Dutch; A81
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