Philidor Defense: Modern Variation

GPTKB entity

Statements (90)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:chess_match
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Vassily_Smyslov
gptkbp:can_lead_to various pawn structures
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:François-André_Danican_Philidor
gptkbp:has_variants gptkb:Philidor_Defense
gptkb:Main_Line
gptkbp:historical_significance revived in the 20th century
popular in the 18th century
gptkbp:is_adopted_by club players
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in chess literature
opening databases
opening theory books
gptkbp:is_associated_with defensive strategies
gptkbp:is_challenged_by sharp lines
aggressive openings
tactical openings
tactical responses
gptkbp:is_characterized_by solid pawn structure
1.e4 e5 2. Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nf6 4. Nc3 Nbd7
gptkbp:is_considered a reliable defense
a sound choice
solid opening
gptkbp:is_considered_as a solid choice
strategic players
theoretical players
gptkbp:is_countered_by aggressive play
gptkbp:is_effective_against aggressive tactics
aggressive openings
gptkbp:is_evaluated_by gptkb:chess_match
chess engines
chess analysts
gptkbp:is_explored_in chess literature
opening theory
chess forums
gptkbp:is_noted_for flexibility
its resilience
gptkbp:is_often_used_in defensive players
club tournaments
gptkbp:is_part_of defensive repertoire
gptkbp:is_popular_in club play
gptkbp:is_studied_in chess enthusiasts
chess schools
gptkbp:is_tested_for various responses
practical play
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:chess_match
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:sports_event
gptkbp:is_utilized_in defensive players
online play
club players
gptkbp:issues overextending pawns
failing to castle early
allowing white to dominate center
misplacing knights
neglecting piece development
gptkbp:notable_games gptkb:Carlsen_vs._Anand,_2014
gptkb:Karpov_vs._Kasparov,_1990
gptkb:Fischer_vs._Spassky,_1972
gptkbp:notable_players gptkb:Magnus_Carlsen
gptkb:Anatoly_Karpov
gptkb:Bobby_Fischer
gptkb:Garry_Kasparov
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Philidor_Defense
gptkbp:product_line gptkb:Main_Line
gptkbp:related_to Philidor Defense: Classical Variation
Philidor Defense: Exchange Variation
Philidor Defense: Lion Defense
Philidor Defense: Two Knights Variation
gptkbp:repertoire suitable for beginners
recommended for club players
can lead to rich middlegame positions
offers strategic complexity
gptkbp:research_focus can transpose into other openings
important for e4 e5 openings
offers flexibility for black
gptkbp:responds_to 5. Be2
5.dxe5
5. Bg5
5. Nd5
gptkbp:strategic_importance central control
gptkbp:suitable_for certain grandmasters
gptkbp:tactics solid pawn structure
development of pieces
counterplay against e4
gptkbp:themes counterattacks
king safety
pawn breaks
defensive resources
piece sacrifices
gptkbp:used_in chess tournaments