Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation

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Opening Overview: Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation

"Instead of the usual Nc3, the player opts for e5. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls d4 and f4."

The move e5 signals the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: From here, play typically proceeds with Nd5, leading into the Sicilian. Plans should focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 26%, the position is sharp. Engines evaluate it at +0.57.

Also known as: Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.e5, Sicilian Defense, Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation, Sicilian

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation:
+0.57 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation

  • ECO Code: B29
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 43% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 8
  • Aliases: Sicilian: Nimzowitsch, 3.e5, Sicilian Defense, Nimzowitsch Variation, Advance Variation, Sicilian, Advance Variation, Sicilian
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