Petrov Defense: Classical Attack (C42)

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Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.17

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 42.3% Draws: 29.8% Black Wins: 27.9%

Strategic Overview

The Petrov Defense: Classical Attack (ECO code C42) 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. Nf3 Nf6 3. Nxe5 d6 4. Nf3 Nxe4
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 g1f3 g8f6 f3e5 d7d6 e5f3 f6e4
Repertoire Training

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Internal Navigation

Parent Opening

This line is a variation of the main parent opening:

Petrov (Russian) Defense (C42)

Sub-variations & Next Lines

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