Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Tartakower

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Tartakower

By playing c3, the player enters the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Tartakower, a system within the Sicilian Defense complex. Departing from the popular Sicilian Defense (Qxd4), this line chooses c3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 43% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Sicilian Defense, Modern Variations, Tartakower Variation, Sicilian, Tartakower Variation, Sicilian

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Tartakower:
+0.40 Balanced
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Tartakower

  • ECO Code: B50
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 43% / B: 35%
  • Moves: 11
  • Aliases: Sicilian Defense, Modern Variations, Tartakower Variation, Sicilian, Tartakower Variation, Sicilian
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