Queen's Pawn Game: Krause Variation

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Opening Overview: Queen's Pawn Game: Krause Variation

"While Nc6 is the main choice, c5 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move challenges the center from the flank."

The move c5 signals the Queen's Pawn Game: Krause Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 31%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.27.

Also known as: Queen's Pawn: Krause Variation, Zukertort Opening, Reversed Queen's Gambit, Queen's Gambit Reversed; Krause Variation

Stockfish Analysis of Queen's Pawn Game: Krause Variation:
+0.27 Balanced
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Technical Details for Queen's Pawn Game: Krause Variation

  • ECO Code: D02
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 37% / B: 32%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Queen's Pawn: Krause Variation, Zukertort Opening, Reversed Queen's Gambit, Queen's Gambit Reversed; Krause Variation, Queen's Gambit Reversed; Krause Variation
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