English Opening: Myers Defense

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Opening Overview: English Opening: Myers Defense

By playing g5, the player enters the English Opening: Myers Defense, a system within the English Opening complex. Diverging from the popular English Opening (f5), this line chooses g5. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the center.

The position remains unresolved, requiring precise calculation. Data analysis shows a 37% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: English: 1...g5

Stockfish Analysis of English Opening: Myers Defense:
+0.66 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English Opening: Myers Defense

  • ECO Code: A10
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 24%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: English: 1...g5
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