Italian Game: Classical Variation, Closed Variation

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Opening Overview: Italian Game: Classical Variation, Closed Variation

"Diverging from the common Italian Game (f5), this line chooses Qe7. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move adds pressure to the position."

The move Qe7 signals the Italian Game: Classical Variation, Closed Variation, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 34%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at -0.25.

Also known as: Giuoco Piano: Close Variation, Italian Game, Classical Variation, Lewis Defense, Italian; Closed Variation

Stockfish Analysis of Italian Game: Classical Variation, Closed Variation:
-0.25 Balanced
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Technical Details for Italian Game: Classical Variation, Closed Variation

  • ECO Code: C53
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 36%
  • Moves: 12
  • Aliases: Giuoco Piano: Close Variation, Italian Game, Classical Variation, Lewis Defense, Italian; Closed Variation, Giuoco Piano: close variation, Lewis Defense, Italian; Closed Variation
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