English: Closed, 5.e4

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Opening Overview: English: Closed, 5.e4

"Departing from the common English (e3), this line chooses e4. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move exerts pressure on d5 and f5."

The move e4 signals the English: Closed, 5.e4, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: Going forward, the critical task is to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks. Plans should focus on how to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion and control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure..

Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 33%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.58.

Also known as: Botvinnik Variation, English, Botvinnik Variation, English

Stockfish Analysis of English: Closed, 5.e4:
+0.58 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English: Closed, 5.e4

  • ECO Code: A25
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 39% / B: 28%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: Botvinnik Variation, English, Botvinnik Variation, English
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