Reti: Santasiere's folly

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Opening Overview: Reti: Santasiere's folly

"Deviating from the popular Nimzo-Larsen Attack (b3), this line chooses b4. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move challenges the opponent."

The move b4 signals the Reti: Santasiere's folly, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to control the long diagonal to exert lasting 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 27%, the position is dynamic. Engines evaluate it at +0.85.

Also known as: Réti Opening: 1...d5:Santassiere's Folly, Zukertort Opening, Santasiere's Folly, Santasiere's Folly, Reti

Stockfish Analysis of Reti: Santasiere's folly:
+0.85 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Reti: Santasiere's folly

  • ECO Code: A06
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 45% / B: 28%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: Réti Opening: 1...d5:Santassiere's Folly, Zukertort Opening, Santasiere's Folly, Santasiere's Folly, Reti, Santasiere's folly, Santasiere's Folly, Reti
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