Bishop's Opening (C23)

C23 · Chess Openings Reference Guide
Openings Directory / Bishop's Opening

Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.33

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 38.6% Draws: 31.5% Black Wins: 29.9%

Strategic Overview

The Bishop's Opening (ECO code C23) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. e4 e5 2. Bc4
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 f1c4
Repertoire Training

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Variations in this Family

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