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Alekhine Defense Variations [closed]
I am seeking for a high-level and in-depth discussion of the Alekhine Defense, including variations, mainlines, and sidelines that favors black.
e4 Nf6
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How to avoid the French in the Alekhine, Scandinavian Variation?
After 1. e4 Nf6 2. Nc3 d5 3. e5 Ne4 4. Nce2 Nc5, black intends to undermine White's center with ...Ncd7 and ...c5. The e5-e6 pawn sac is not available at the moment.
What is a good way to keep the ...
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Why is the Alekhine Defense named after Alekhine?
Alekhine, a world champion, has his name on the defense Nf6 in response to White's e4. But after e.g. 2. e5 Nd5 3.c4 Nb6 4. d4, White seems to have a good game.
Did Alekhine win any notable games (...
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