French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation

"Diverging from the popular French Defense (Nc6), this line chooses Nf6. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move directly controls e4 and d5."

The move Nf6 signals the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 36%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.85.

Also known as: French: Tarrasch, Closed, French Defense, Tarrasch Variation, C05

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation:
+0.85 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation

  • ECO Code: C05
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 24%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: French: Tarrasch, Closed, French Defense, Tarrasch Variation, C05, French: Tarrasch, closed variation
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