ECO C42 Play as Black

Petrov Defense

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About the Petrov Defense

A symmetrical defense known for its solidity. Popular at the highest levels of chess.

Move by move

  1. Controls the center.
  2. Black mirrors White's move.
  3. Attacks e5.
  4. The Petrov! Counter-attacks e4 instead of defending.