French Defense: Chigorin Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Chigorin Variation

By playing Qe2, the player enters the French Defense: Chigorin Variation, a setup within the French Defense complex. Instead of the usual b4, the player opts for Qe2. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move brings the Queen out early.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play typically proceeds with c5, leading into the French. Data analysis shows a 40% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: French: Chigorin Variation, Chigorin Variation, French, French: Chigorin variation

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Chigorin Variation:
+0.75 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Chigorin Variation

  • ECO Code: C00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 40% / B: 25%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: French: Chigorin Variation, Chigorin Variation, French, French: Chigorin variation, Chigorin Variation, French
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