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D77

Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Polgar Variation

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Overview

Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Polgar Variation is a specific line in the Closed & Semi-Closed Games family (ECO D77), arising from a recognised theoretical position.

The Closed & Semi-Closed Games group covers closed and semi-closed games — 1.d4 systems characterised by long strategic manoeuvring rather than early tactics.

Play reaches this position via 1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. g3 Bg7 4. Bg2 O-O 5. O-O d5 6. c4 Nc6, after 12 plies of opening development.

The line is a first-level refinement of Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation.

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ECO code
D77
Group
Closed & Semi-Closed Games (D)
Plies
12
Parent
Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation

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