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Dutch Defense

Black uses the f-pawn to control e4 and seek kingside play.

A80–A99intermediateadvancedAbout 15 minutes

Key concepts

  • • e4 control
  • • kingside attack
  • • dark-square risk

White's plans

  • • Target weakened dark squares

Black's plans

  • • Build a kingside attack
  • • Control e4
Start

Pick a first move to start your journey through Dutch Defense.

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