French Defense: Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation

By playing Bd2, the player enters the French Defense: Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation, a setup within the French Defense complex. This line follows the critical path of the French Defense. This move activates the Bishop.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: French: Winawer, Bogoljubow Variation, French Defense, Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation, French

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation:
+0.39 Balanced
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Technical Details for French Defense: Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation

  • ECO Code: C17
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 28%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: French: Winawer, Bogoljubow Variation, French Defense, Winawer Variation, Bogoljubow Variation, French, French: Winawer, advance, Bogolyubov variation, Bogoljubow Variation, French
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