King's Pawn Game: Leonardis Variation

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Opening Overview: King's Pawn Game: Leonardis Variation

By playing d3, the player enters the King's Pawn Game: Leonardis Variation, a system within the King's Pawn Game complex. Instead of the standard Ke2, the player opts for d3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move supports the center solidly.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the center.

From here, play often proceeds with d5, leading into the Open Game. Data analysis shows a 38% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Open Game: 2.d3, Clam Variation; Leonardis Variation, KP: Indian opening

Stockfish Analysis of King's Pawn Game: Leonardis Variation:
+0.69 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for King's Pawn Game: Leonardis Variation

  • ECO Code: C20
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 24%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: Open Game: 2.d3, Clam Variation; Leonardis Variation, KP: Indian opening, Clam Variation; Leonardis Variation
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