Hungarian Opening

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Opening Overview: Hungarian Opening

"Instead of the usual Nh3, the player opts for g3. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move prepares to fianchetto the bishop. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives."

The move g3 signals the Hungarian Opening, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: From here, play often proceeds with e5 or f5, leading into the Benko Opening. Plans should focus on how to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 29%, the position is dynamic. Engines evaluate it at +0.83.

Also known as: Benko Opening, Irregular Openings: King's Fianchetto Opening, Hungarian Opening, General

Stockfish Analysis of Hungarian Opening:
+0.83 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Hungarian Opening

  • ECO Code: A00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 2
  • Aliases: Benko Opening, Irregular Openings: King's Fianchetto Opening, Hungarian Opening, General, Benko; Barczay; Bilek; Hungarian, Benko's opening, Benko; Barczay; Bilek; Hungarian
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