Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation

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Opening Overview: Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation

By playing d5, the player enters the Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation, a system within the Nimzo-Larsen Attack complex. Departing from the common Nimzo-Larsen Attack (f5), this line chooses d5. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move exerts pressure on e4 and c4.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Feature: Open Center

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Data analysis shows a 37% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Nimzowitsch-Larsen: 1...d5, Larsen's Opening:Classical Variation, Classical Variation, Larsen

Stockfish Analysis of Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation:
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Technical Details for Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation

  • ECO Code: A01
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: Nimzowitsch-Larsen: 1...d5, Larsen's Opening:Classical Variation, Classical Variation, Larsen, Nimzovich-Larsen attack: classical variation, Classical Variation, Larsen
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