King's Gambit Declined: Classical Variation

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Opening Overview: King's Gambit Declined: Classical Variation

By playing Bc5, the player enters the King's Gambit Declined: Classical Variation, a setup within the King's Gambit Declined complex. While Qh4+ is the main choice, Bc5 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Data analysis shows a 33% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: King's Gambit: Classical KGD, King's Gambit Declined, Classical Variation, King's Gambit, Declined

Stockfish Analysis of King's Gambit Declined: Classical Variation:
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Technical Details for King's Gambit Declined: Classical Variation

  • ECO Code: C30
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 33% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: King's Gambit: Classical KGD, King's Gambit Declined, Classical Variation, King's Gambit, Declined, Classical Defense, KGD, KGD: classical variation, Classical Defense, KGD
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