French Defense: Rubinstein Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Rubinstein Variation

By playing dxe4, the player enters the French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, a system within the French Defense complex. Instead of the standard Be7, 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: Rubinstein, Rubinstein Variation, French, French: Rubinstein variation

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Rubinstein Variation:
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Technical Details for French Defense: Rubinstein Variation

  • ECO Code: C10
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 32%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: French: Rubinstein, Rubinstein Variation, French, French: Rubinstein variation, Rubinstein Variation, French
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