Chess Opening

Tarrasch Defense

7 analyzed games in the Tarrasch Defense, each with engine evaluations that pinpoint the critical moments and best moves.

7 games 6 variations Most played: Tarrasch Defense 4.e3 Nc6

Results in 7 games

White wins 71% Draws 14% Black wins 14%

Main variations

Tarrasch Defense 4.e3 Nc6 2 Tarrasch Defense Two Knights Variation 5...Nc6 6.e3 1 Tarrasch Defense Two Knights Rubinstein Prague Main Line 8.O O O O 9.b3 1 Tarrasch Defense Symmetrical Variation 6.a3 dxc4 7.Bxc4 a6 1 Tarrasch Defense Symmetrical Variation 1 Tarrasch Defense 4.Nf3 Nc6 1

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