Philidor Defense (C41)

C41 · Chess Openings Reference Guide
Openings Directory / Philidor Defense

Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.29

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 43.8% Draws: 29.2% Black Wins: 27.0%

Strategic Overview

The Philidor Defense (ECO code C41) 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 d6
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 g1f3 d7d6
Repertoire Training

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