French Defense: Tarrasch Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Tarrasch Variation

The French Defense: Tarrasch Variation (C03) is a notable French Defense variation, marked by the move Nd2. Traditionally favored by Mikhail Botvinnik, this system emphasizes counter-punching and pawn chains.

Strategic Context: Diverging from the popular French Defense (Be3), this line chooses Nd2. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move improves the Knight's scope. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives. Plans should focus on how to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion and control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure..

Next Steps: From here, play often proceeds with Nc6 or f5, leading into the French Defense.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +1.02), with a high probability of a draw.

Also known as: French: Tarrasch, Tarrasch Variation, French; C03, Tarrasch Variation, French; C03

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Tarrasch Variation:
+1.02 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Tarrasch Variation

  • ECO Code: C03
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 45% / B: 24%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: French: Tarrasch, Tarrasch Variation, French; C03, Tarrasch Variation, French; C03
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