The Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4... 0-0 arises after 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 and falls under ECO code A92. With 156,914 Lichess games across all rating levels, it is a specialized opening choice.
History and Notable Players
It arises from the Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4... Be7. Among the most prolific practitioners on the White side are Ivan Farago (8 games), Glenn C Flear (7 games), Colin S Crouch (7 games). On the Black side, notable exponents include Igor Naumkin (35 games), Simon K Williams (18 games), Thorsten Michael Haub (17 games).
Statistics
Based on 156,914 Lichess games across all rating levels:
- White wins: 51.2%
- Black wins: 42.9%
- Draws: 6%
White holds a moderate edge statistically, though Black has good practical chances.
Main Lines and Variations
After 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0, the main continuations include:
- Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 6.0-0 d6
- Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 6.0-0 d5 7.b3
- Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 6.0-0 d5 7.Nc3 c6
Each of these lines leads to distinct types of positions and requires its own understanding of the resulting pawn structures and piece placements.
Practice on Chessiverse
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