Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bg4

Starting Position
Evaluation
0.00
Depth
0
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Opening Overview: Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bg4

Transposition: This position is structurally identical to the Queen's Pawn Game: Anti-Torre.

"While Nc6 is the consensus choice, Bg4 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move exerts pressure on the d1-h5 diagonal."

The move Bg4 signals the Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bg4, 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 37%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at -0.11.

Also known as: Queen Pawn Game, Anti-Torre, Anti-Torre, QP, Anti-Torre, QP

Stockfish Analysis of Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bg4:
-0.11 Balanced
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Technical Details for Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bg4

  • ECO Code: D02
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 33%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Queen Pawn Game, Anti-Torre, Anti-Torre, QP, Anti-Torre, QP
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