French Defense: Winawer Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Winawer Variation

"Departing from the popular French Defense (dxe4), this line chooses Bb4. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls the e1-h4 diagonal."

The move Bb4 signals the French Defense: Winawer Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes 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 38%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.04.

Also known as: French: Winawer, Winawer Variation, French; C15, French: Winawer (Nimzovich) variation

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Winawer Variation:
+0.04 Balanced
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Technical Details for French Defense: Winawer Variation

  • ECO Code: C15
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 32% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: French: Winawer, Winawer Variation, French; C15, French: Winawer (Nimzovich) variation, Winawer Variation, French; C15
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