Open Game

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Opening Overview: Open Game

By playing Bb4, the player enters the Open Game, a setup within the Open Game complex. Departing from the popular Elephant Gambit (d5), this line chooses Bb4. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls the e1-h4 diagonal.

Key Plans

  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 38% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of Open Game:
+0.63 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Open Game

  • ECO Code: C40
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 26%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: None
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