The Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4... c6 arises after 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 6.0-0 d5 7.Nc3 c6 and falls under ECO code A95. With 148,690 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... 0-0. Among the most prolific practitioners on the White side are Vitaly Chekhover (3 games), Risto Tuominen (3 games), Laszlo Szabo (3 games). On the Black side, notable exponents include Carlos Enrique Guimard (16 games), Robert Bellin (7 games), Mikhail Botvinnik (6 games).
Statistics
Based on 148,690 Lichess games across all rating levels:
- White wins: 50.1%
- Black wins: 42.8%
- Draws: 7.2%
White holds a moderate edge statistically, though Black has good practical chances.
Practice on Chessiverse
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