French: Tarrasch, 3...Be7 4.Ngf3

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Opening Overview: French: Tarrasch, 3...Be7 4.Ngf3

By playing Ngf3, the player enters the French: Tarrasch, 3...Be7 4.Ngf3, a system within the French Defense complex. Instead of the usual Bd3, the player opts for Ngf3. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move improves the Knight's scope.

Critical Concepts

  • Focus on maneuvering and wing expansion.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

From here, play often proceeds with Nf6, leading into the French. Data analysis shows a 33% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Stockfish Analysis of French: Tarrasch, 3...Be7 4.Ngf3:
+0.17 Balanced
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Technical Details for French: Tarrasch, 3...Be7 4.Ngf3

  • ECO Code: C03
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 33% / B: 30%
  • Moves: 11
  • Aliases: None
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