French: Burn Variation

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Opening Overview: French: Burn Variation

By playing dxe4, the player enters the French: Burn Variation, a system within the French Defense complex. Instead of the standard Bb4, the player opts for dxe4. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move resolves central tension.

Critical Concepts

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

Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 37% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: French Defense, Classical Variation, Burn Variation, French, Burn Variation, French

Stockfish Analysis of French: Burn Variation:
+0.20 Balanced
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Technical Details for French: Burn Variation

  • ECO Code: C11
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 12
  • Aliases: French Defense, Classical Variation, Burn Variation, French, Burn Variation, French
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