Zukertort Opening: Ampel Variation

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Opening Overview: Zukertort Opening: Ampel Variation

By playing Rg1, the player enters the Zukertort Opening: Ampel Variation, a setup within the Zukertort Opening complex. Deviating from the popular Nimzo-Larsen Attack (b3), this line chooses Rg1. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move grabs space.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Feature: Open Center

As the position develops, the priority becomes to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Reti: Ampel Variation, Ampel Variation, Reti, Ampel Variation, Reti

Stockfish Analysis of Zukertort Opening: Ampel Variation:
-0.04 Balanced
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Technical Details for Zukertort Opening: Ampel Variation

  • ECO Code: A06
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 36%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: Reti: Ampel Variation, Ampel Variation, Reti, Ampel Variation, Reti
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