French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit

By playing e5, the player enters the French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit, a system within the French Defense complex. Instead of the usual Nd7, the player opts for e5. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on d4 and f4.

Critical Concepts

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

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 42% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: French: Rubinstein, Ellis Gambit, French Defense, Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit, French

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit:
+0.53 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit

  • ECO Code: C10
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 42% / B: 32%
  • Moves: 12
  • Aliases: French: Rubinstein, Ellis Gambit, French Defense, Rubinstein Variation, Ellis Gambit, French, Ellis Gambit, French
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