"This line follows the main path of the French Defense. This move exerts pressure on d4 and f4."
The move e5 signals the French Defense: Guimard Variation, Thunderbunny Variation, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 28%, the position is dynamic. Engines evaluate it at +0.86.
Also known as: French Defense, Guimard Variation
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