French: Rubinstein

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Opening Overview: French: Rubinstein

By playing Nxe4, the player enters the French: Rubinstein, a system within the French Defense complex. This line follows the main path of the French Defense. This move resolves central tension.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play often proceeds with Nd7 or e5, leading into the French Defense. Data analysis shows a 37% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of French: Rubinstein:
+0.39 Balanced
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Technical Details for French: Rubinstein

  • ECO Code: C10
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 11
  • Aliases: None
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