Belgian master Edgard Colle achieved outstanding results in major international events during the 1920s, finishing ahead of future world champion Max Euwe at Amsterdam 1926 and defeating strong fields at Meran 1926 and Scarborough in 1927 and 1930. The Colle System opening bears his name, reflecting his lasting influence on chess theory.

Associated Openings

As White

D04Closed Game: 1.d4 d5 2.Nf3...... 3.e350 games

D05Closed Game: 1.d4 d5 2.Nf3...... e632 games

A47Indian Defence: 1.d4 Nf6 2.Nf3...... b616 games

As Black

E16Queen's Indian Defence: 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4...... Bb4+14 games

E22Nimzo-Indian Defence: 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4...... 4.Qb36 games

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