By playing e6, the player enters the English Opening: Agincourt Defense, a setup within the English Opening complex. While f5 is the consensus choice, e6 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move strengthens the d5 square.
In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Data analysis shows a 36% win rate for White, indicating equality.
Also known as: English: 1...e6, Agincourt; Kurajica Defense, English; A13, English opening
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