The Dutch Defence: 1.d4 f5 2.c4... 8.Qc2 arises after 1.d4 f5 2.c4 Nf6 3.g3 e6 4.Bg2 Be7 5.Nf3 0-0 6.0-0 d6 7.Nc3 Qe8 8.Qc2 and falls under ECO code A98. With 12,335 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... Qe8. Among the most prolific practitioners on the White side are Efim Geller (3 games), Andrea Glaser (3 games), Gyula Kluger (2 games). On the Black side, notable exponents include Bassem Amin (8 games), Alan Spice (6 games), Eva Moser (6 games).
Statistics
Based on 12,335 Lichess games across all rating levels:
- White wins: 48.8%
- Black wins: 45.7%
- Draws: 5.5%
The statistics show a roughly balanced opening where both sides have equal chances.
Practice on Chessiverse
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